No. XIV.—Turpentine Liniment.
This liniment is composed of equal parts of Spirits of turpentine, and Linseed oil.
In cases of sore throat and cough, this liniment will be found very useful, as well as in cases of inflammation of the lungs, and fever, where the legs are cold, making use at the same time of flannel bandages, and repeating the liniment every two or three hours, until they become warm.
Half an ounce will be found sufficient for a leg, or for the throat, and requires to be well rubbed in.
No. XV.—Turpentine Ointment.
It is composed of equal parts of Common turpentine, and Hog’s lard.
This ointment is the best application that can be made use of in case of treads or wounds on the coronet, between hair and hoof; a small quantity is to be spread upon a pledget of tow, and bound on with a bandage. It is likewise a good dressing for broken knees, or cuts, and to promote the action of rowels.
No. XVI.—Black Oil.