An aqueous solution containing ten per cent by weight of ammonia gas.
Derivation.—Same as strong ammonia water.
Properties.—The taste is not so caustic and the odor is less pungent then the stronger water of ammonia.
Dose.—Horses and cattle, 1⁄2 to 1 oz.; sheep and pigs, 1 to 2 drs.; dogs, 10 to 20 m. Should be diluted one drachm to half pint of water.
SPIRITUS AMMONIAE—SPIRIT OF AMMONIA
An alcoholic solution containing ten per cent., by weight of the ammonia gas.
Derivation.—A solution of caustic ammonia in alcohol.
Properties.—A colorless liquid, having a strong odor of ammonia. This preparation of ammonia possesses properties of ammonia and alcohol.
Dose.—Horses and cattle, 1⁄2 to 1 oz.; sheep and pigs, 1 to 2 drs.; dogs, 10 to 20 m. Should be diluted in water.