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