735. Castor Oil
Castor Oil is a most valuable medicine, as it generally operates quickly and mildly.
It is
used externally,
combined with citron ointment, as a topical application in common leprosy.
It is
used internally
as an ordinary purgative for infants, as a laxative for adults, and in diarrhœa and dysentery. In colic it is very useful and safe; and also after delivery.
Dose
for