If a leech be accidentally swallowed, or by any means should get into the body, employ an emetic, or enema of salt and water.
850. Scarification
Scarification is useful in severe contusions, and inflammation of parts. It is performed by scratching or slightly cutting through the skin with a lancet, holding the lancet as you would a pen when you are ruling lines on paper.
851. Terms used to express the Properties of Medicines
852. Absorbents
Absorbents are medicines which destroy acidity in the stomach and bowels, such as magnesia, prepared chalk, &c.