Tinctura Valerianæ. L.D. It is only used as an adjunct to the infusion of Valerian.
Tinctura Valerianæ Ammoniata. L.D. This tincture is not more highly charged with the principles of the Valerian than the foregoing one, but as the Ammonia corresponds with it in virtue, it is probably more powerful. Dose, fʒi to fʒij. See Form. 23, 25.
Tinctura Zingiberis. L.D. A highly stimulating preparation. See Form. 33. Dose, fʒss to fʒij.
TINCTURA FERRI AMMONIATI. L.
As this is merely a spirituous solution of the Ferrum Ammoniatum, the title of tincture is improperly applied to it; it seems moreover to be a very superfluous preparation.
TINCTURA FERRI MURIATIS. L.E.D.
Qualities. Colour, brownish yellow; Taste, styptic; Odour, very peculiar. Chemical Composition. It is an alcoholic solution of muriate of iron; the iron being in the state of peroxide. Incompatible Substances. Alkalies and their carbonates; the infusions of astringent vegetables; mucilage of gum arabic: by this latter substance it is precipitated in gelatinous flakes. Med. Uses. It is one of the most active preparations of iron which we possess, and it moreover appears to exert a specific influence upon the urinary organs.[[692]] Mr. Cline informs us that ♏︎x, given every ten minutes, until some sensible effect is produced, afford in dysuria speedy relief; in hemorrhage from the bladder, kidneys, or uterus, its acts as a powerful styptic. See Form. 35, 60, 97, 114. Externally, it is very efficacious in destroying venereal warts, either used alone, or diluted with a small portion of water. Dose, ♏︎x to fʒss, or fʒj.[[693]]
TORMENTILLÆ RADIX. L.E.D.
Tormentilla Officinalis.
Tormentil Root.