[138] As different parcels of this medicine may not be of the same strength, it is prudent, when we begin a new supply, that we diminish the dose at first, if it have formerly been very considerable. By not attending to this, fatal effects have followed.
[139] I have tried the hepatized ammonia, but without any benefit.
[140] Justamond on Cancers.
[141] Alongst with this, it was customary to prescribe decoctions of guaiac, sarsaparilla, &c.
[142] It likewise continues very long after giving up the use of the mercury.
[143] Some cases of this kind I have already mentioned.
[144] Although the fœtor may depend upon the presence of hepatized ammonia, yet this does no harm to the ulcer. On the contrary, I have sometimes found the application of this fluid, when mixed with water, have the effect of abating the pain.