Balsam of Canada.—A strong diuretic, used in chronic cough and diseases of the lungs.
Balsam of Copaiba, or Capivi.—Possesses similar properties to that of Canada.
Balsam of Friars.—Now called Tincture of Benjamin, an excellent traumatic.
Balsam of Gilead.—Similar in its properties to Copaiba.
Balsam of Peru.—A stimulant; used externally to irritable ulcers.
Balsam of Tolu.—Same properties and uses as Peru.
Balsam of Sulphur.—An expectorant; in inflammatory coughs, however, its use is dangerous.—Outlines of Vet. Art.—White.
Balsamic, a. Unctuous, mitigating.
Bamboo, s. An Indian plant of the reed kind.
Bandaleers, s. Small wooden cases covered with leather, each of them containing powder that is a sufficient charge for a musket. Obs.