THE NEWER REMEDIES. A REFERENCE MANUAL FOB PHYSICIANS, PHARMACISTS $ STUDENTS, BY VIRQIL COBLENTZ, A.M., Phil. D., F. C. S., etc.. Professor of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Chemistry in the New York College of Pharmacy; Author of handbook of Pharmacy: Member of the Chemical Societies of Berlin and London; Fellow of the Society of Chemical Industry, etc,, etc. SECOND EDITION, Revised and Enlarged. NEWYORK: D. O. HAYNES & CO 1896. Copyrighted by D. 0. HAYNES Sc Co. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PREFACE TO SECOND EDITION. During the past year a large number of new remedies have been introduced, and, by reason of new data concerning many older ones of which our knowledge was but fragmentary, a new issue of this book has become a necessity. With but few exceptions, the author has omitted all articles which are to be found in the dispensatories and like standard books of reference. New York City, April, 1896. PREFACE TO FIRST EDITION. The constantly increasing number and complexity of new remedies, with the scattered condition of the literature on the subject, render it an almost impossible task for anyone except the specialist to become at all acquainted with them. The physician who keeps in progress with the advance of the times is constantly on the alert for new and improved remedies with which to combat disease. It is, therefore, the duty of the apothecary to be conversant with these, not only by title, but as to iden- tity, sources, properties and doses. It has been the endeavor of the au- thor to present as complete a list of these newer remedies as possible in a concise and alphabetical form. The various articles are arranged under their commercial names, including, however, in this arrangement all the more important synonyms. In all instances where possible or practical, the sources and meth- ods of preparation have been given, followed by such tests of identity as melting and boiling points, with solubilities, incompatables, medicinal properties and doses as far as known. Details concerning physiological action and clinical data could not satisfactorily be included in a work of this size, hence the physician, when full accounts are desirable, must necessarily be referred to current medical literature or more extensive works on modern materia medica. It should be observed that these newer remedies have appeared and continue to appear in rapid succession, and in many instances the most important data are wanting, some going no further than mentioning title and nature of the substance, others stating medicinal uses only, indicating that they are still in the experi mental stage. Hence in view of this, it will be necessary to issue revised editions from time to time as the fund of information increases The doses quoted are the minimum and maximum for an average adult, being lessened accordingly for children and the feeble, and for hypodermic use. The sizes of the doses are expressed in the metric system, including, however, their nearest equivalents (in round numbers) in apothecaries’ weight. Many of these remedies now offered are of a proprietary nature, hence all that is known of their composition is what is given upon the authority of various published analyses. The author is indebted to Geo. C. Diekman, M. D., for his careful perusal of that portion relating to the medicinal properties and doses of the various remedies New York City, April, 1895. THE NEWER REMEDIES. ABRASTOL. (ASAPROL) (ClO Hs OH. S03) aCa. The calcium salt of beta-naphthol-sulphonic acid. It is a soluble white powder, and because of its antiseptic properties.it is employed as a preservative agent for foods. It is also employed as an intestinal antiseptic in doses of 1 to 8 Gm. (15-30 grains). ABRIN. (JEQ.UIRITIN). Abrin Is the most potent principle contained in the Jequirity seed {Abrus preca- torius). It partakes of the nature of an albuminoid and is very poisonous. Forms a brownish yellow soluble powder; employed to limited extent for producing artificial conjunctivitis. Fatal dose is 1-100 grain. ACETAL. CH3-CH(OC, Hs)a. Synonyms: Bthyliden-di-ethyl-ether; Di-ethyl-acetal. This body is obtained by the reaction between acetic-aldehyde and alcohol, whereby water separates. It is a colorless liquid, boiling at 104°-106° C. (319°-333° F). Soluble in 18 parts of water (35° C.) and very soluble in alcohol. It is employed as sedative and hypnotic. Dose is from sto 10 Gm. (77-154 grains). Usually administered in form of an emulsion. ACETAMI DO-ANTI PYRINE. By the action of nitric acid antipyrine is converted into nitro-antipyrine; this is reduced by means of zinc and acetic acid to amido-antipyrine. This latter compound, when heated with sodium acetate and acetic anhydride, is converted into acet-amido- antipyrine, which forms yellow crystals, melting at 109° C. (338° F.) It is soluble in water and alcohol, and is recommended as an antipyretic in the same doses as anti- pyrine. ACETAMINOL. C« H3 (OCII3) (C 3 H*) O-CO. C 6H4NHCOCH3. Synonym; p-Acetamidobenzoyl-Bugenol. By interaction between p-nitrobenzoylchlorid and eugenol-sodium in molecular pro- portions. p-nitrobenzoyleugenol is formed, this upon reduction yields the correspond- ing p-Amidobenzoyl-eugenol, which is aoetylated by means of acetic anhydride. This compound appears in the form of white scales or a crystalline powder, of melting point 160° O. It is almost insoluble in water, quite soluble in alcohol. It is employed in treatment of phthisis. ACETANI LI D. C 6H6 NH.COCH,. Synonyms: Antifebrine; Phenylacetamide. Obtained by prolonged interaction between pure aniline and glacial acetic acid at boiling temperature. Twenty grammes of aniline are boiled with 30 grammes of glacial acetic acid under an inverted condenser for from six to ten hours, till a sample of the mixture when removed solidifies on cooling, to a crystalline mass. The fused mass is poured into cold water, an 1 the crystals which separate are filtered off and recrystallized from hot water or alcohol. When pure, acetanilid forms lustrous rhombic tables without odor or color, melting at 113° C. (335,4° F.), soluble at 15° C. (59° F.), in 194 parts of water, and in 5 parts of alcohol; in 18 parts of boiling water, and in 0.4 parts of boiling alcohol. Acetanilid should not be left in contact with spirits of nitre any great length of time ; with antipyrine it forms a pasty mass ; in aqueous solution with the alkali bromides and iodides it forms insoluble compounds. Its properties are those of an antipyretic. The average dose is from 0.3-0.5 Gm. (3 to 8 grains). The various derivatives of acetanilid employed in medicine are Asepsin, lodantifebrin. Antinervin, Benzanilid, Bxalgin. Among the various remedies which are supposed to contain acetanilid as one of their constituents are Antikamnia, Phenolid, Exodyne, Antikol, Pyretin, Phenatol, Kaputin, etc. ACETON. A proprietary grip and headache remedy. Not to be confounded with acetone. 2 THE NEWER REMEDIES. ACETONE. CH3-CO-CH3. Synonym: Di-methyl-ketone. ™Lhi^Vrepared,.by tiie dl 7 distillation of calcium acetate; it boils at 56° C (133.8 F.), has a peculiar ethereal odor and sharp burning taste. Miscible with water alcohol and ether. ’ It is employed as a nervine in doses of 5 to 15 minims, in water or infusion of valerian. ACETO NO RESORCIN. Cl 5H1604+H20. A combination of two molecules of resorcin and one of acetone. Used as an antiseptic. Small anhydrous prisms, soluble in alkalies, insoluble in water and alco- hol ; melts at 313° C. (413.6° F.) ACETOPHENONE. SeeHypnone. ACET-ORTHO-TOLUID. C 6H4 (CHS) NH COCH3. Synonym: Ortho-Toly 1-acetamid. This is an isomeride of exalgme. obtained by prolonged interaction between ortho- toluidin and glacial acetic acid at boiling temperature. This occurs in colorlesss needles; melting point. 107° C. (334.6° F.) Soluble in hot water, alcohol and ether, almost insoluble in cold water. It is employed as an antipyretic, its action is more rapid than that of aoetanilid, yet being less toxic. The dose, although there is no authority upon the subject, would be from D.1—0.3 Qm. (2-5 grains). ACET-PARA-AMIDO-SALOL. See Salophen. ACET-PARA-TOLUID. C 6H4 (CH„) NH. COCH3. Synonym; Para-Tolyl-aoetamid. This is obtained by prolonged interaction between para-tolnidin and glacial acetic acid, at boiling temperature. It occurs in colorless crystals of melting-point 149° C. (300.2° F). It is almost insoluble in water, and readily soluble in alcohol It is employed as an antipyretic in doses of from 1-3 Gm. (15-30 grains). ACETYL-PARA-AMIDO-PHENYL SALICYLATE. SeeSalophen. ACETYL-AMI DO-ANTI PYRIN E. See under Antipyrine. ACETYL-PARA-ETHOXY-PHENYL-URETHANE. See Thermodin. ACETYL-PHENYL-HYDRAZINE. See Hydracetine. ACETYL-TANNIN. See Tannigen. ACETYL-THYMOL. Cl 2H1602 or C,0H130-CH3CO. Synonym; Thymyl Acetate. This constitutes a colorless liquid of pungent taste, sp. gr. 1.009 at 0° C. Boils at 344.4° C. (472° F.) Employed as an antiseptic. ACID AGARIC. SeeAgaricin. ALPHA-OXY-NAPHTOIC. See Alpha-Oxy-Naphtoic Acid. ANACARDIC. See Anacardic Acid. ANGELIC. See Angelic Acid. ANISIC. See Anisic Acid. ASEPTIC. See Aseptic Acid. BETA-PHENYLO-SALICYLIC ACID. See Beta-Phenyl-Salicylio Acid. BETA-PHBNYL-PROPIONIC. See Beta-Phenyl-Propionic Acid. BOROCITRIC. See Borocitrio Acid. BOROPHENYLIC. See Borophenylic Acid. BOROSALICYLIC. See Borosalicylio Acid. CAINCIC. See Caincic Acid. CAMPHORIC. See Camphoric Acid. CAMPHORONIC. See Camphoronio Acid. CATECHU-TANNIC. See Catechu-tannic Acid. CINNAMYLIC. See Cinnamic Acid. CRESYLIC. See Cresol. THE NEWER REMEDIES. ACID DI-CHLOR-ACETIC. See Di-Chlor-Acetic Acid. DI-lODO-SALICYLIC. See Di-lodo Salicylic Acid. DITHIOCHLORSALICYLIC. See Dithiochlorsalipylic Acid. BMBELIC. See Embelic Acid. FILICIC. See Filicic Acid GLYCERINO-PHOSPHORIC. See Glycerin-phosphoric Acid. GYMNEMIC. See Gymnemic Acid. GYNOCARDIC. See Gynocardic Acid. HYDRO-CYNNAMIC, See Beta-Phenyl-Propionic Acid. lODIC, and COMPOUNDS. See lodic Acid. OKTHO-AMIDO-SALICYLIC. See Ortho-Amido-Salicylic Acid. PHENYL-ACETIC. See Phenyl-Acetic Acid. PHENYLO SALICYLIC. See Phenylo-Salicylic Acid. SCLEROTIC (Sclerotinic). See Sclerotic Acid. SOZALIC. See Aseptol. SOZOIODIC. See Sozoiodio Acid. SOZOLIC. See Aseptol. SULPHOTUMENOLIC. See Tumenol. TETRA-THIO-DICHLOR-SALICYLIC. See Tetra-Thio-Dichlor-Salicylic Acid. THIOLINIC. See Thiolinio Acid. TRI-CHLOR-ACETIO. See Tri-Chlor-Acetio Acid. ADEPS LAN>E. Synonyms; Lanolin; Adeps Lame Hydrosus, U. S. P.; Anasalpin. ** The purified tat of the wool ot sheep mixed with not more than 30 per cent of water,” U. 8. P. The wool of sheep contains a large per cent, of fats (about which it is necessary to remove before it can be used in manufacturing. These fats consist of a mixture of fatty esters of cholesterin and isocholesterin. The crude wool fat, which is usually obtained by washing the wool with benzine, acetone or some similar solvent and evaporating, is emulsionized with a weak alkaline solution, then separating the creamy mixture in centrifugal machines; the upper layer of fluid contains the cholesterin fats, while the lower layer consists of a soap solution of the impure fatty acids. The upper fluid is drawn off and the cholesterin fats set free by the addition of a solution of calcium chloride; the impure lanolin thus obtained is purified by re- peated melting and washing, finally extracting with acetone. Anhydrous wool-fat is of a pale yellow color, somewhat translucent, melting at 36° C. (96 8° F.), readily soluble in benzine, ether, chloroform, acetone, but only partly soluble in alcohol. When mixed with 30 per cent, of water it constitutes the hydrous wool-fat of the Pharmacopoeia. Hydrous wool-fat occurs as a nearly white ointment-like mass, the surface of which", on standing, becomes of an orange color, due to loss of water. Its melting point is about 40° C. (104° F.); it is miscible with twice its weight of water without losing its ointment-like character. Wool-fat is employed as a base for the preparation of ointments, pomades, creams, etc. ADH/CSOL. An antiseptic varnish, recommended as a substitute for Steresol. It contains 350 parts copal resin. 30 parts of benzoin. 30 parts of Tolu balsam, 20 parts of thyme oil, 3 parts of alpha naphthol, and 1,000 parts of ether. ADONIDIN. A glucoside of the Admits vernalis; forms a hygroscopic, inodorous, amorphous powder, intensely bitter. It is employed as a cardiac stimulant and mild diuretic in doses of 0.004 to 0.016 Gm. (1-16 to Y\ grain.) ADONIN. A glucosidal principle obtained from the herb Adonis vernalis. It is a bitter, yel- lowish-white, hygroscopic powder, soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in ether. Employed as a cardiac stimulant, being feebly diuretic; dose 0.01—0.06 Gr. (1-6—l grain. 4 THE NEWER REMEDIES. /ESCULIN. Cl 5H1609 Aq. A glucoside obtained from the bark of the horse chestnut. (JEsmlus hippocas- tanum.) After. precipitating the tannin and coloring matter from the hot aqueous extract by means of alum and ammonia, the filtrate is evaporated to dryness and the residue extracted with alcohol; purified by recrystallization. TSsculin forms inodorous fine needle-like-crystals, of bitter taste, almost insoluble in cold and quite soluble in ’hot water, its aqueous solution having a strong blue fluorescence. Eecommended as an antiperiodic. /ETHYL, /ETHYLEN, /ETHYLIDEN, ETC., COMPOUNDS.-(See under Ethyl, Ethylene, Ethylidene, Etc.) AGARIC ACID. SeeAgaricin. AGARICIN. C14H270H (CO2H) H2O. Synonym; Agaric Acid. The active principle of the fungus Agaricus dibits or Polyporus officinalis, obtained by extraction with alcohol. It forms a white crystalline powder, melting at 140° c. (384° P.), Almost insoluble in cold water, soluble in 180 p. of alcohol. Agaricin is employed in the treatment of night sweats of consumptives; also in relieving the sudorific effect of the synthetic antipyretics. Dose, 0.01—0,03 Gm. (1-6- grain.) AGATHIN. C 6H5-N(CH3)-N: On-Gen, (OH). Synonym; Salicyl-x-methyl-phenyl hydrazone. Agathin is obtained by reaction between salicylic aldehyde and the base methyl- phenyl-hydrazone. This forms colorless crystalline flakes, inodorous and tasteless, insoluble in water, but soluble in alcohol and ether. Its melting point is 70° C. (158° F.) Agathin is employed as an anti-neuralgic and anti-rheumatic in doses of 0.!: '.5 Gm. (3—B grains). AGNINE. This is probably prepared by distilling wool-fat in a current of superheated steam. It contains a large percentage of free fatty acids (33£)1 AGOPYRIN. See under Antipyrine. AIROL. An oxyiodide of bismuth subgallate, patented by the firm of Hoffmann, Traub & Co., of Basel. This compound possesses the absorbent properties of subgallate of bis- muth as well as the antiseptic properties of its iodine combination Airol forms a greenish gray, fine voluminous, inodorous and tasteless powder. Light produces no effect, while moist air causes the powder to turn a red color, with ioss of iodine. In contact with water, particularly when heated, the powder undergoes slow decomposi- tion, changing to a red color, with loss of iodine. Dilute alkalies and acids dissolve this compound readily. The formula ascribed is: r-oH C 6H2 -{ _3h oh i-COO Bi C6H2(OH)2. CH Synonyms: Dioxyanthrol; Desoxy-Alizarin; Leuko-Alizarin. A phenol derivative related to chrysophanio acid, obtained by the reduction of alizarin. Anthrarobin is a yellowish white powder, insoluble in water, but very soluble in aqueous solutions of the alkalies and alkaline earths. These alkaline solutions rapidly turn green, then blue, through absorption of oxygen from the air, alizarin being re- formed. THE NEWER REMEDIES. 9 It is employed as a substitute for chrysarobin in skin diseases, usually as a 10 to 30$ ointment. ANTI-BACILLARE A remedy for phthisis, consisting of a mixture of creosote, toiu balsam, glycerin, codeine and sodium arsenate. Dose not known. ANTIBACILLIN. A proprietary disinfectant. ANTIDIPHTHERIN. A sterilized solution containing cultures of diphtheria bacillus, in addition 0.3$ of ortho-cresol p,o,d some glycerin. It occurs in commerce in two concentrations, one double and the other four times the strength of the original endure fluid. The stronger solution is employed for painting the affected parts, while the weaker is used for hypodermic injection ec.) ANTI DIPHTH ERIN (KLEBS). This preparation is designated by the letters A. D.. and a given volume of it is 10 times as strong as the original culture fluid. It is obtained from this, after removal of the bacilli, by precipitation with alcohol. ANTIDIPHTHERITIKON. Bokai’s mixture of Oil of Birch (5). Oil of Beech (3), Alcohol (°0), Potassium Car- bonate (I), and Potassium Sulphiue (5). Used as a diphtheria remedy. ANTIDOLOR. A proprietary anodyne. ANTIFEBRIN. See Acetanilid. ANTIFETOR. A proprietary deodorizing powder. ANTI HYDRO PIN. A crystalline body supposed to be derived from the common cockroach, recom- mended as a diuretic ih daily doses of 0.6 to 1.3 Gm. (10-30 grains.) ANTIKAMNIA, A secret remedy employed as an antipyretic and analgesic. Various analyses have shown the presence of acetanilide, sodium bicarbonate and caffeine. Its dose is given as 0.3t0 0.6 Gm. (5 to 10 grains.) ANTIKOL. A powder said to be a mixture of acetanilide (75p.), sodium bicarbonate (17.5 p.) and tartaric acid (7.5 p.) (Goldmann). Dose, 3to 10 grains. ANTINERVIN. A powder consisting of acetanilide (50 p.), ammonium bromide (35 p.). and salicylic acid (25 p.) (Squibb). It is employed as an antinervine and antipyretic, in doses of O.a Gm. (8 grains). ANTINONNIN. See under Cresol. ANTINOSIN. The sodium salt of nosophen. ANTIPYONIN. Synonym: Sodium Tetraborate. A polyborate of sodium, recommended as a remedy in inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva. It is a fine white powder of greasy feeling, freely soluble in water, and devoid of caustic action. ANTI PYR ALGOS. A proprietary antipyretic and anodyne. ANTIPYRINE. C„II12N20. Synonyms: Analgesine ; Anodynin ; Parodyn ; Oxy-Dimethyl-Chinizin ; Phenazon; Phenyl-Dimethyl Pyrazolon; Phenylon; Salazolon; Sedatin; Di-Methyl-Phenyl-Pyrazolon; Methozine; Pyrazine; Pyrazolin. This is a synthetical' base, obtained by the action of aoeto-aoetic-ester on phenyl- hydrazine, the resulting phenyl-methyl-pyrazolon being methylated. Antipyrine occurs in colorless and odorless crystals, which melt between 113°-11S° C. (333 6°-335 4° P.), and are readily soluble in water and alcohol. Its solutions are turned a green color on addition of nitrous acid (Sp. Etheris Hi trosi), and a deep red color on addition of ferric chloride (Tr. Ferri Chloridi), Became of its strongly basic properties, antipyrine presents a number of incompatibles. 10 THE NEWER REMEDIES, The following is a list of the more important of these : Acidum Hydrocyanioum Dil. Acidum Tannicum. All galenical preparations containing tannin form insoluble precipitates. Acidum Carbolicum ; either one precipitates the other from solution. Chloral Hydrate and Butyl Chloral. Ferri Sulphas. Ferric Salts in solution (red color). Frequently dispensed. Liquor Arsenii et Hydrargyri lodidi; insoluble precipitate. Mercurous and Mercuric Chloride. Nitrites in solution (green color). Frequently dispensed. Sodii Bicarbonas. Tinctura lodi; insoluble precipitate. When triturated with Chloral, Phenyl-Urethane, Beta-Naphthol or Sodium Salicyl- ate, it forms a pasty or liquid mass. Antipyrine increases the solubility of Caffeine and Quinine Salts in water Internally it is employed as an antipyretic, antirheumatic and antineuralgic in doses of 1 to 2 Gm. (15 to 30 grains) for adults, and 0.3 to 0.5 Gm. (3 to 8 grains) for chil- dren. Externally, antipyrinejis used as an antiseptic and haemostatic. Antipyrine, being a basic body, readily unites with acids to form salts, a number of which have been introduced into medicine. SALIPYRINE, or ANTIPYRINE SALICYLATE (SALAZOLON, SALT- PYRAZOLON) (CliHi2'N2o.1'7H603). is obtained by interaction between antipyrine and salicylic acid; 57.7 parts of the former and 43.3 parts of the latter being heated together on a water bath, the resulting oily-like fluid which solidifies on cooling is crystallized from alcohol. It occurs as a crystalline, inodorous powder, melting at 92" C. (197.6° F.), soluble in 200 parts of cold and 35 parts of boiling water, very soluble in alcohol and ether. Salipyrine exerts the combined effects of antipyrine and salicylic acid, being employed in the treatment of acute and chronic rheumatism, rheumatic sciatica and influenza, in dcses of Ito 2 Gm. (15 to 30 grains.) AGOPYRIN. A secret remedy which appears in the form of tablets containing ammonium chloride 1-3 grain, cinchonine sulphate 1-3 grain and salicin 4 grains. ACETYL AMIDOANTIPYRINE is the acetyl derivative of amido-antipyrine which in turn is obtained by the reduction of iso-nitroso-antipyrine. This latter body results from the action of nitrous acid on antipyrine. It forms a crystalline powder which melts at 197° C. (386.6° F.). its properties being similar to those of anti- pyrine. DERIVATIVES AND ALLIED COMPOUNDS. AMIDOANTIPYRINE occurs in yellow needles which melt at 109° o. (288* F.) It is obtained by the reduction of isonitroso-antipyrine, which results from the action of nitrous acid on antipyrine. BUTYL-UYPNAL is a combination of butyl chloral and antipyrine, similar to that of the latter with chloral hydrate (see Hvpnal.) It forms colorless needles, melt- ing at 70° C. (158° F.), soluble in 30 parts of wateomnd readily soluble in alcohol. 1)1 GELORALANTIPYRINE (CIInI2N2O+2CCI3CH(OH)a) is obtained by tri- turating 94 parts of antipyrine with 165.5 parts of chloral hydrate until a mass is ob- tained, which is crystallized from hot water. Its medicinal properties are like those of monochloralantipyrine. lODOPYRINE, or TODOANTIPYRINE (C11H11INaO), forms colorless needles, which melt at 160° C. (320° F.), being only slightly soluble in water. lodopyrine has the action of an iodide in addition to that of antipyrine; its dose being 05 to 1.5 Gm. (8 to 23 grains). MIGRA NIN. This is an antipyrine preparation, the composition of which is, accord- ing to various analyses, antipyrine 89.4#, caffeine 8.2#, citric acid 0.56# and moisture 1.84#. It is recommended as a specific in the treatment of migraine, and is also em- ployed in relieving the headache of influenza. The dose is given as 1 Gm. (15.5 grains), PARA-METHOXY-PHENYL-DIMETHYL-PYRAZOLON, or PAR A-ME- TRO XY-ANTIP YRINE. Obtained by methylating the product of the reaction be- tween p-methoxy-phenyl-hydra-zine and acetoacetic ester. It forms crystals which melt at 82° C. (179.6° F.), being readily soluble in water and alcohol. The ethoxy compound melts at 91° C. (195.8° F.) Both of these compounds possess antipyretic and antineuralgic properties, being weaker, however, than antipyrine. MONOCHLORALANTIPYRINE, or HYPNAL (CnHl2N20. CC13CH (OH)a), is obtained by triturating together 188 parts of antipyrine and 165.5 parts of chloral hydrate until liquefaction takes place; the oily-like fluid is then dissolved in hot water and set aside t > crystallize. Hypnal forms colorless crystals, which melt at 67.5° C. (154° F.), and are readily soluble in warm water. It is employed as a hypnotic and analgesic in doses of 1 to 2 Gm. (15 to 30 grains). NAPHTHOPYRINE (Beta-Naphthol-Antipyrine) is a molecular compound of beta- naphthol and antipyrine, obtained by trituration. THE NEWER REMEDIES. 11 PHENOPYRINE is prepared from equal parts of phenol and antipyrine. It is an oily, colorless fluid, free from odor, insoluble in cold water. PYROGALLOPYBI.VE is obtained by reaction between pvrogallol and antipy- rine. RESOPYRINE (011Hi2N20+C6H4 (OH)2) is obtained by reaction between anti- pyrine and resorcin in solution in molecular proportions. This is obtained by crystal- lization in fine rhombic crystals, which are insoluble in water and soluble in 5 parts of alcohol. Nothing definite is known concerning its therapeutic properties. ANTI PYRINE MAN DELATE. See Tussol. ANTIPYRINE PHENYL-GLYCOLATE. See Tussol. ANTIPYRINE SALICYLATE. See Salipyrin, under Antipyrin. ANTIPYRINE-SALOL. Obtained by fusing together equal quantities of salol and antipyrine, heating until the fluid turns a brown color and remains fluid on cooling. It is recommended as an antiseptic, also as a valuable haemostatic in uterine hemorrhages, in which case it is applied by means of cotton tampons. ANTIRHEUMATICUM. A mixture of methylene blue and sodium salicylate. ANTIRHEUMATIN. This compound of sodium salicylate and methylene blue (q. y.) forms blue, prisma- tic crystals, soluble in water and alcohol. Recommended as an antirheumatic, in doses of 0.06 to 0.09 Gm, (1 to 1% grains). ANTISEPSINE. C 6H4Br NII-CH3CO. Synonyms; Asepsine; Para-Brom-Acetanilid ; p-Mono-Brom-Phenyl-Aceta- mid. Asepsine is obtained by adding bromine, in molecular proportions, to a solution of acetanilid in glacial acetic acid; the white precipitate formed is recrystallized from alcohol. It forms colorless crystals, which melt between 165° and 166° r. (629° to 330.8° P.) It isbut slightly soluble in water, more so in alcohol. Its properties are those of an antipyretic, in doses of 3 to 10 grains; it is also of value in treatment of muscular rheumatism and neuralgia. Not to be confounded with a mixture of zinc sulphate, zinc iodide, thymol and boric acid called “ Antiseptin.” ANTISEPTIN. A mixture containing about 80 parts of zinc sulphate, 2 parts of thymol and T) parts of boric acid. Recommended as an antiseptic. This should not be confounded with antisepsin or antiseptol. ANTISEPTOL. (Chemical Formula Uncertain). Synonyms: Antiseptolum; Cinchonin-Herapathit; Cinchonin lodosul- phate. To a solution of 25 parts of cinchonin sulphate, in 2.000 parts of water, is added a solution of 10 parts of iodine and 10 parts of potassium iodide in water, the precipitate is collected, washed and dried. This constitutes a red-brown powder, which is in- soluble in water, but very soluble in alcohol and chloroform. It contains about 50# of iodine. Antiseptol is employed as a substitute for iodoform. ANTISPASMIN. C 23 (OH) COONa. This is a double salt of narceine sodium and salicylate of sodium. It forms a white, slightly hygroscopic powder, which dissolves readily in water. The compound contains about 50# of narceine and has an alkaline reaction. Antispasmin is a hyp- notic and sedative, being administered in doses of 0.01 to 0.1 Gm. 0/s to 1 % grains). ANTISTREPTOCOCCIN. A serum preparation used as a remedy against erysipelas. ANTITETRAIZIN. A derivative of quinine, recommended by Zambeletti in treatment of neuralgia, influenza, etc., in doses of 0.2 to 0.25 Gm. (3 to 4 grains). ANTITHERMAL. A proprietary febrifuge. 12 THE NEWER REMEDIES. ANTITH ERMIN. CII3C (C«HSN2H) C 2H4COOH, Synonym; Phenylhydrazine-Laevulinio Acid, This compound is obtained by interaction between a solution of phenylhydrazine in acetic acid and laevulinio acid. It occurs in colorless, tasteless crystals, which melt at 108° (). (326.4° F ), almost insoluble in cold water. Antithermin is employed as an antipyretic in pulmonary phthisis and morbus Brightii, the dose being 0.3 Gm. (3 grains). ANTITOXINE, See Diphtheria Antitoxine. ANTITOXINS. A proprietary antipyretic, not to be confounded with the generic term “Antitox- ine,” the blood serum of immunized animals. APIOL. Cl 2Ha 404. A stearoptene obtained from the fruits of Petroselinum Sativum. The alcoholic extract of the fruit is reduced to extractive consistence and the extract washed with ether, whereby the apiol goes into solution and on evaporation of the ether crystal- lizes. The so-called liquid apiol is merely an alcoholic extract of the parsley fruit. Apiol forms colorless needles, of feeble parsley- like odor, melting at 38° C (89 6° F) insoluble in water, very soluble in alcohol, ether, fixed and volatile oils. It is employed as an antiperiodic and against dysmenorrhcea. Dose 0.35 Gm. (4 grains). APOCODEIA HYDROCHLORATE. ClBH19N02-HCI. Synonym: Apocodeinum Hydrochloricum. This is prepared from codeine in a manner analogous to the manufacture of apo- morphine from morphine Apooodeine hydrochlorate forms an amorphous, yellow- ish powder, soluble in alcohol and water. Its properties are similar to those of apo- morphine, it being employed as an expectorant in doses of 0.06 to 0.08 Gm. (1 to VA grains). APOLYSINE. Synonym: Monophenethydin. A substance approaching phenaoetin very closely in its chemical composition, etc. It appears as a yellowish-white crystalline powder, soluble in 50 parts of cold water and 35 parts of hot. glycerin, concentrated nitric and sulphuric acids, etc. In its physiological action, etc., it resembles phenacetin very closely, lowering the tempera ture. allaying pain, and is said to be fiee from the unpleasant after" effects of that substance (phenacetin). It appears to be absolutely non-toxic, no injurious effects being noted when given to rabbits and other warm-blooded animals by hypodermic injections of 3.50 Gm. of a solution to each kgm. of weight. APYONIN. A yellow, crystalline powder, introduced as a rival to auramine for use in ophthal- mic surgery. It is slightly soluble in water and readily in alcohol. ARBUTIN. (C12H160,)2+n20. A gluooside obtained from the leaves of the bearberry. Arclostaphylos uva ursi. It occurs in colorless, silky needles, which melt at 170° C. (338° F.), soluble in 8 parts of cold water and 16 parts of alcohol. Arbutin is employed in diseases of the kidneys and urinary tract, being given in doses up to 5 Gm. (75 grains). ARECOLIN. CBlI13N02. A liquid alkaloid obtained from the betel-nut (Areca catechu). It is a strongly alkaline liquid, miscible with water, alcohol or ether ; boiling at 330° C. (438° F.) Arecolin is employed as an anthelmintic, in doses of 0 003 to 0.004 Gm. (1-30 to 1-16 grain). Great care should be observed in its administration, as it is a powerful heart poison. The hydrochlorate of arecolin. a.soluble crystalline salt, melting at 167° C., is also employed for the same purposes as the above. ARGENTAMIN. An antiseptic, employed in gonorrhoea. It is a solution of silver phosphate ill aqueous solution of sethylendiamine. In the preparation of this the manufacturers have sought to present an antiseptic, which does not precipitate albumen, held in solu- tion in a non-corrosive and non-toxic solvent. It has been found that the antiseptic power of strong alkaline solvents is greater than simple aqueous solutions, since the alkalies dissolve the membrane of the micro-organism as organic bases to this purpose are asthylendiamine and alkyl derivatives, piperazin, etc. As antiseptics, THE NEWER REMEDIES. which, in conjunction with these organic bases, do not precipitate albumen, are phenol, cresol, thymol, naphthol, guaiaool and silver salts. The solutions are prepared thus, after the patent: 10 parts of sethylendiamine are dissolved in 500 parts of water, adding 10 parts of freshly dissolved cresol. Where creosote or guaiacol is employed, it is better to use a larger amount of the base (sethylendiamine). For the preparation of the silver solutions 10 parts of silver phosphate (nitrate or chloride) are added slowly, with constant stirring, to a solution of 10 parts of the base in 100 parts of water,* ARGONIN. A compound of silver, casein and alkali, prepared by adding a solution of the sodium compound of casein to a solution of silver nitrate, and precipitating the newly formed body by the addition of alcohol. The resulting white powder must be free from nitric acid and alkali. Argonin is insoluble in cold, but readily soluble in hot water; its solutions must be kept away from the light. It is incompatible with acids. Employed as a powerful bactericide. c3h7 o3h7. ARIST O L. > C 6Ha (OI)-OIH2C6 < CH3 ch3. Synonyms: Annidalin; Di-lodo-Dithymol; Hi-Thymol-lodide. To a solution of 5 parts of thymol and 1.2 parts of sodium-hydrate in 10 parts of water, add gradually under constant stirring, a solution of 6 parts of iodine and 9 parts of potassium iodide in 10 parts of water. The precipitate is washed with water and dried at low temperature. Aristol forms a pale chocolate colored amor- phous powder, insoluble in water and glycerin, slightly soluble in alcohol, readily in. ether and collodion; light and heat cause its decomposition. Aristol contains 45.8 per cent, of iodine. This compound was introduced as a substitute for iodoform, pos- sessing the advantage of being odorless. Ointments containing it are usually pre- pared of the strength of 5 to 10 per cent.; other forms of applying it are solutions in oils, ether and collodion. AROPHENE. A proprietary dental anaesthetic. ASAPROL. (CjoH6. b OH. u S03)a Ca-J-SH^O. Synonyms; Beta-naphtol-a-mono-sulphonate of calcium; Abrastol. This is prepared by saturating an aqueous solution of Beta-naphtol-a-monosul- phonic acid with calcium carbonate, evaporating and crvstallizing the salt. Asaprol forms a colorless to pale reddish inodorous powder, which is soluble in 1)4 parts of water and 3 parts of alcohol. It is employed as an antipyretic and analgesic in doses of 3 to 12 grains four or five times daily. Incompatibles are sulphates, bicarbonates, iodides, antipyrine and quinine. ASBOLINE. Prepared from pine root. Yellowish oil consisting principally of pyrooateohol and its homologues. Antitubercular. ASEPSINE. See Antisepslne, ASEPTIC ACID. This should not be confounded with aseptol, asepsin or antisepsin. Aseptic acid is an aqueous solution of 5 Gm. boric acid in 1000 Gm. of hydrogen peroxide (5%) with orwithout the addition of 3 Gm. of salicylic acid. (Thoms.) The properties of this solution are antiseptic. ASEPTOL. C 6H4 <2q3U. gj; Synonyms: Acidum Sozolicum; Sozolio Acid; Ortho-Phenoi-Sulphonio Acid; Ortho-Sulpho-Carbolic Acid. Equal parts of concentrated sulphuric acid and phenol are mixed, the two liquids kept at as low a temperature as possible, otherwise, by higher temperature the para- acid forms instead of the ortho. After standing several days, it is poured into water and neutralized with barium carbonate; the Oarium sulphate is filtered off, the filtrate containing the barium salt of sozolic acid. The barium is removed from this com- pound by careful addition of sulphuric acid. Aseptol is a 33 1-3 per cent, solution of ortho-phenol-sulphonic acid, its specific gravity being 1.155; it possesses a feeble odor resembling phenol. On loner standing it gradually goes over into the para compound. Aseptol is employed as an antiseptic wash in 10 per cent, solution. Its solutions in glycerin, oil or alcohol are inactive, It is ad- ministered internally as an anti fermentive in like doses as salicylic acid. 14 THE NEWER REMEDIES. ASPARAGIN. C 2H3 (NH2) C6H4)3. A compound of citric acid and para-phenetidin (C6H4 4-f3H20. This salt occurs in fine colorless needles, a bitter taste, is readily soluble in water and sparingly in alcohol. Codeine phosphate is adapted as a substitute for morphine for administration to children, also employed in most affections of the respiratory or- gans. etc. Dose 0.035 to 0.05 Gm, (1-3 to % grains). CODOL. See Eetinol. COLCHICEIN. C2lH22(0H)Sr0s+^Aq. When colchicin is boiled with dilute sulphuric acid it is converted into colchicein and methyl alcohol. Colchicein forms white crystals, which are soluble in water and alcohol. It should be dispensed with caution, the dose being 0.001 Gm. (1-64 grain) subcutaneously. COLCHICINE. C 22 An alkaloid obtained from the Colchicum autumnale. Colchicine forms a yellow- ish white amorphous powder which is readily soluble in water and alcohol; melts at 145° C. (293° E.) It is employed in treatment of rheumatism, sciatica, etc., in doses of 1-130 to 1-160 grain. CONIINE HYDROBROMIDE, C 8nITN.HBr. This is the hydrobromate of the liquid alkaloid Coniine, which is obtained from the seeds of the Uonium maculatum. It forms colorless crystals, which are soluble in water. Employed in the treatment of cardiac asthma in doses of 0.003 to 0.005 Gm. (1-20 to 1-13 grain). CONVALLAMARIN. C 23 A gluooside obtained from roots of the GonvaUaria majalis. It is a white powder, very bitter, soluble in water and alcohol. Employed as a cardiac stimulant in doses of 0.05 Gm. {% grain). CONVALLARIN. Gluooside from GonvaUaria majalis, not to be confounded with Convallamarin. Crystals very soluble in alcohol, insoluble in water. Drastic purgative. CONVOLVULIN. A gluooside obtained from the root of Ipomcza purga and other plants of the same genus. An amorphous mass, insoluble in water, readily so in alcohol and acetic acid. Oonvolvulin is a powerful purgative; dose 0.06 to 0.13 Gm, (1 io 3 grains). CORNUTIN. One of the active principles of ergot. A reddish to yellowish-colored powder which readily forms salts with acids. It is recommended to relieve haemorrhage arising from abortion, also to increase the vigor of labor pains. The dose is 0.005 Gm. (1-13 grain). CORONILLIN. A gluooside obtained from the seeds of Coronilla scorpioides; forms a pale yellow, bitter powder, soluble in water and alcohol, almost insoluble in ether. Strengthens the action of the pulse and increases diuresis. Dose 0.06 to 0.13 Gm. (1 to 2 grains). COTOIN. CaaHigOs. A neutral principle obtained from the coto bark. It forms an amorphous or crys- talline powder, which melts at 130° C. (366° P.), slightly soluble in water, freely soluble in alcohol and ether. Cotoin is employed in treatment of cholera, it is also said to relieve night sweats. The dose is 0.03 to 0.3 Gm. (J4 to 5 grains). COUMARIN. SeeCumarin. CREATIN. Constituent of muscular tissue. Opaque, white solid with bitter, acrid taste. The monohydrate occurs in transparent prisms. Soluble in 70 water. Muscular and digestive tonic. Dose, 1)4 grains, 3to 5 times daily. CREOLIN. See under Cresol. THE NEWER REMEDIES. CREOSAL. A compound obtained by heating a mixture of equal parts of tannin and creosote at 80° C., then adding phosphorus oxychloride and continuii g the heat until no more gas is evolved. The mass is mixed with dilute sodium hydrate solution, wheieby creosal separates ; this is well washed and dried. Creosal is a hygroscopic, dark- brown powder, which is readily soluble in water, alcohol and glycerin. Creosal is recommended in powder form or aqueous solution in treatment of inflammation of the air passages. CREOSOL. C 6H3CH3 (OH) (O.CH3). Synonyms: Homo-Pyrocateehin-Metyl Ether; Homoguaiacol.' This occurs, along with guaiacol, as a constituent of beech-wood tar creosote. It is an oily-like liquid, of aromatic odor, boiling at 330° C. (428° P.), only slightly soluble in water. Recommended as an antiseptic. CREOSOTE-CALCIUM-CH LOR HYDRO-PHOSPHATE. A white, syrupy mass, consisting of a mixture of creosote carbonate and caleium- chlorhydro-phosphate. Recommended in phthisis and scrofula. Dose sto 10 grains. Creosote-calc.-chlorhyd.-phosp 5 to 10 Gm. Mucilag. chondri 15 “ 01. Amyg. dulc 25 “ Syr. Tolutani 35 “ Aq. flor. aurant 75 “ M. f. emulsio. Dose two teaspoonfuls daily. CREOSOTE CARBONATE. See under Guaiacol. CREOSOTIC ACID. C 6H3 h 1 ether and hvdroaicofiolic mixtures. Euphorin is employed as an antipyretic, antirheumatie ana analgesic, in doses of 0.13 to 0.5 Gm. (2 to 8 grains); as an antiseptic it is used in the form of a dusting-powder in the treatment of ulcers, skin diseases, etc. EUROPH EN. C 4H9(OCH3)C6H3-C6H2.C4H9(CH3)01. Synonym; Isobutyl-Ortho-Cresol-lodide. The method of preparation is analogous to that employed in the manufacture of aristol, in which a solution of isobutvl-ortho-cresol in dilute alkali is precipitated by a solution of iodine in potassium iodide. Europhen forms a yellowish, amorphous pow- der of aromatic odor, insoluble in water; easily soluble in alcohol, ether ana tno fatty oils. It yields iodine to metallic salts. It should be preserved in a dry place, away from the action of light; water and alkalies decompose it. Europhen is em- ployed as an antiseptic, being applied either as a dusting-powder or as a 5 to 10% omt- ment; for subcutaneous injection a3to 5$ solution in olive oil is used. EXALGINE. C 6nSN(CH3).(CH3CO). Synonym : Methyl-Acetanilide. This compound, a methylated acetanilide, is prepared by the interaction between acetyl-chloride and raonomethyl-aniline. It forms acumiar needles, wnich are diffi- cultly soluble in cold water and readily in alcohol and diluted alcohol, melting at 100° C. (312° F.) Exalgine is an antineuralgic, being given in doses of 0.065 to 0.3 Gm. (1 to 3 grains.) EXTRACTUM LACTiS. An extract containing the inorganic constituents of milk (in nuclein-like combina- tion), free from milk sugar, casein and albumin, especially adapted as a means of ad- ministering calcium. One kilo of this “extract” represents 2000 liters milk. FAREOL. A proprietary anodyne and antipyretic. FELLITIN. The trade name given by a German manufacturer to a preparation made from ox gall for use in frost bite. Its use is based on the popu'ar application of fresh ox gall to this purpose in Ireland, Russia and certain parts of Germany. FERCREMOL. A compound of haemoglobin and iron, containing 3# of iron. It forms a brown, tasteless pow'der, which dissolves in weak ammoniated water. The dose is 0.2 to 0.52 Gm. (3 to 8 grains) three times a day. FERRATIN. Natural ferratin, a compound of iron found in the liver. May be obtained by ex- tracting the liver of the hog with water; artificially by a patented process. One hun- dred grammes of egg albumen are placed in a mixture of 21 Oc. of water and 70 Cc. of solution of caustic soda (h'#). Twenty grammes of tartrate of iron are dissolved in water, and. if acid, as it generally is, it is neutralized with sodium carbonate. The two solutions are mixed and left for five or six hours, and then transferred to the water bath. The black coloration, due to the formation of sulphide of iron, will dis- appear towards the end of the process. After cooling, tartaric acid is added to faint acidity. The precipitate formed is dissolved by the addition of a little ammonia, and excess of this is driven off by exposure to the water bath. It is then filtered, and when the filtrate is cold the ferratin is precipitated by a solution of tartaric acid, which should only be added in just sufficient quantity. It is filtered off, washed with water, alcohol and ether, and dried. Ferratin forms a reddish-brown, inodorous and taste- less powder, insoluble in water or dilute acids, but soluble in water, possessing a slight alkaline reaction. The preparation contains about 7# of iron. The commercial article appears in two .forms, one being insoluble, as described above, and the other a soluble sodium compound. Ferratin is readily absorbed in the organism without causing the slightest digestive disturbances. Dose, 0.5 Gm. (8 grains); children half this dose. FERRO-HEMOL. See Hasmol. FERROPYRIN. (CuHI2N2O)3Fe2CI6. . A compound of three molecules of antipyrin and one molecule of ferric chloride. This compound possesses the combined valuable properties of both its constituents, hence may be employed in the treatment of anaemia, neuralgia, etc. Ferropyrin ap- pears as an impalpable, orange-red colored powder, containing 64# of antipyrin, 12# of iron, and 21# of chlorine. Soluble in 5 parts of water at 15° C., and only 9 parts at 100° C., hence on boiling a cold saturated solution ferropyrin separates, and in the form of ruby-red scales, which melt between 22,° and 225° C. Very soluble in cold methyl- alcohol, from which it separates in orange-red shining scales; also very soluble in alcohol and insoluble in ether. The addition of alkalies or alkali bicarbonates to its aqueous solution causes the precipitation of ferric hydrate. THE NEWER REMEDIES. FERROSINE. A preparation said to contain iron oxide, 70 to 75#; lime and albumen, 10 tc 2"#, and water, etc., 10 to 15#. It occurs either as a granular or fine red powder, which is used as a pigment. FERRUM ALBUMINATUM. See Iron Albuninate. FERRUM CASEINATUM. Synonym: Ferrum Kucleoalbuminatum. Recommended as a substitute for Ferrum albuminatum, and contains 5.2# ferrous oxide. It is prepared by precipitating a solution of iron lactate with a solution of cal- cium caseinate. Skimmed milk is diluted with water and the casein precipitated by the addition of acetic acid (avoiding excess). This is collected and repeatedly washed with warm water, finally with alcohol followed by ether. One part of this purified casein is rubbed with one part of calcium carbonate and 10(1 parts of warm water; the resulting solution of calcium caseinate is filtered and treated with a slight excess of a freshly prepared 1# solution of ferrous lactate. The resulting precipitate of i ron casein- ate is at first colorless, but on drying turns a flesh color. It is devoid of odor and taste, and is soluble in water only when made alkaline with sodium carbonate. FERRUM OXYDATUM SACCHARATUM SOLUBILE. See Iron Saccharated [Oxide. FERRUM PEPTONATUM. See Iron Peptonate. FILICIC ACID. (Amorphous). CsbH^Ojs. An amorphous principle obtained from the rhizome of the Male Fern (Aspidium filix-mas). This forms a tasteless white powder, which is soluble in alcohol and the fatty oils, melts at 135° C. (357° F.) The anthelmintic properties of male fern extract are ascribed to this principle, which is given in doses of 0.5 to 1 (iia. (8 to 15 grains). If absorbed into the system, amorphous filicic acid is toxic, hence it should not be ad- ministered with the fatty oils. The crystalline filicic acid is absolutely inert. (Poul- sen). FLUORESCEIN, or (Resorcin-Phtalein). C2OH12Os.H20. Phtalio acid anhydride (75 p.) is fused with resorcin (100 p.), the mass well washed with hot water and crystallized from alcohol. Fluorescein forms a yellowish-red, crystalline 'powder, insoluble in water,, uniting with alkalies to form soluble salts. A 2$ alkaline (Na HC03) solution is employed in diagnosis of cornea1 lesions, and detec- tion of minute foreign bodies imbedded in that tissue. Those portions of the cornea which are devoid of their epithelium are colored green, while foreign bodies are sur- rounded by a green ring. (Straub.) FLUOROL. A sodium fluoride which is recommended as an antiseptic of equal value to sub- limate, potassium permanganate and formaldehyde. It possesses the advantage of not coagulating albumen. Injections of a 1 to 210 solution of fluorol are neither pain - ful nor caustic, and they produce no irritation whatever when applied to the mucous membranes, while they render the latter unfit for the propagation of micro-organisms. FORMALIN. n.COH+a;H2O. Synonyms: F rmic Aldehyde ; Formol. This is a concentrated (40#) aqueous solution of formic aldehyde, the latter being obtained by passing the vapors of methyl alcohol over g'owing coke or platinum spir- als. This solution possesses a pungent odor and neutral reaction, its sp. gr. being from 1.080 to 1.088. Formic aldehyde is a most powerful antiseptic, its solution and vapors being devoid of any deleterious effect upon tissues or objects; alto 2% solution is suf- ficiently strong for all purposes. Incompatible with NH3, bisulphites; also reduces alkali silver and copper salts. FORMAN ILI DE. C*HSNH.COH. This is obtained by digesting aniline with formic acid, or by rapidly heating it with oxalic acid. It forms colorless prismatic needles, melting at 46° C. (115° F.), readily soluble in water, alcohol, glycerin and the oils. Formanilide is employed as an anti- pyretic and analgesic in doses of about 0.13 to 0.3 ftm. (3 to 5 grains). When applied to the mucous membrane in powder form, or used in the form of a subcutaneous injection (1 Cc. of a3# solution), it acts as a local anaesthetic. FORMIC ALDEHYDE. See Formalin. FORMOL. See Formalin. FORMYL CHLORIDE. See Chloroform. FORMYL-PHENACETINE. See under Phenacetine. THE NEWER REMEDIES. 39 FORM YLPI PERI DIN. When piperidin is heated to 103° C. in an autoclave, with its own weight of an alkali, there results formylpiperidin and chloroform. The former is an oily liquid which possesses an agreeable, aromatic odor. It boils at 220° to 221° C. (42b° to 432° F.), andTias its melting point (as a platinum salt) at 174° to 172° C. (339.b° to 311.6° F.) It is soluble in water and in alcohol. On conducting hydrochloric acid gas through a solu- tion of formylpiperidin in absolute ether, hygroscopic crystalline needles having the structure CSHaoN.COII.HCI are produced. FORMYL TRIBROMIDE. See Bromoform. FORMYL TRIIODIDE. Seelodoform. FOSSILIN. A name given to a petroleum product similar to petrolatum, vaselin, etc. FRAXININ. Synonym; Mannite. FRUIT-SUGAR. SeeDiabetin. GADUOL. Synonyms; Alcoholic Extract of Cod Liver Oil; Morrhuol. Brownish-yellow, oily liquid, bitter, acrid taste. Same uses as cod liver oil. Dose. 5 to 16 min. in capsules. GALLABROMOL. See Gallobromol. GALLACETOPHENONE. CH3-COC6H2(OH)3. arin~TellOW ! ; Tri-oxy- This derivative of pyrogallol is known commerciallv under the name of “abVarinP- prepared by interaction between pyrogallol, acetic-acid and zinc chloride 1111106110 aS a SUbStitute for Which frequently GALLANOL. C 6HSNn.CO.C6H3(OH)3. Synonyms; Gallic Acid Anilide; Gallinol. lineThl t an m°f e,fc is obtained by boiling tannin with ani- line. It is a colorless crystalline solid, with bitter taste, soluble in water, alcohol and mvarked astringent properties. _ Gallanol is employed in skin diseases in place of chrysophanio acid and pyrogallol, being less irritating and without poison- ?™TPertlnS' Jhe stre^th the .ointment varies from 3to in some instances it is used as a dusting-powder when mixed with French chalk. GALLIC ACID ANILIDE. See Gallanol. GALLICIN. Celia £ to 3 grains). For external use, in a one per cent, solution. HYDROQUINONE. C 6H4 (OH)a (1:4). Synonyms: Hydrochinon; Para-dioxybenzol; Para-diphenol. This body is an isomer of resorcin, being prepared by the oxidation of aniline with chromic acid mixture. It forms colorless, hexagonal prisms, which melt at 169° C. (336.2° F.), difficultly soluble in cold water, readily so in hot water, in alcohol and in ether. Hydroquinone is used as an antiferment, antiseptic and antipyretic ; as anti- pyretic its dose is 1 Gm. (15 grains); as an injection or wash in 10% solution. Hydroquinone is largely employed as a photograph ic developer. HYDROXYLAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE. NHsOH.HCU Synonym: Oxy-aramonium chloride, Hydroxvlamine may be regarded as ammonia, NH3. in which a hydrogen atom is replaced by the hydroxyl group OH. This base is obtained by interaction between sulphurous and nitrous acids at low temperature. Hydroxylamine hydrochlorate forms colorless, hygroscopic, crystalline plates, readily soluble in water, glycerin and alcohol. It is characterized by its great reducing power, precipitating such metals as gold, silver and mercury from their solutions; it likewise reduces Fehling’s solution. This’compound is employed as an antiseptic in place of chrysarobin, pyrogallol and anthrarobin in treatment of skin diseases as a HO to 4-10 per cent solution. 44 THE NEWER REMEDIES. HYOSCINE. (Scopolamine, Schmidt). Cl 7H31N04. This amorphous alkaloid occurs, along with atropine and hyoscyamine, in the vari- ous solanaceous plants, particularly the seeds of Hyoscyamus niqer. Hyoscine is identi- cal with, or, according to Schmidt and Hesse, it is Scopolamine (CITtI2INO4), as obtained from the roots of-the Scopolia atropoides; commercial hyoscine being scopolamine. Among the various salts employed are the hydrobromate, hydrochlorate, hydro iodate and sulphate. It is stated that a solution of scopolamine, Ito 1000, is five times stronger than the same solution of atropin. HYOSCINE HYDROBROMATE (CI7H2iN04.nßr-f3H2O) occurs in colorless, permanent, odorless, acrid crystals. It is employed as a hypnotic and sedative in various mental diseases, also as an antaphrodisiac, antisialagogue and mydriatic. Its dose as a hypnotic in insanity is 0.103 Gm. (1-30 grain), as sedative 0.0004 to 0.0006 Gm. (1-150 to 1-100 grain). Subcutaneously, as hypnotic, 0.0004 to 0.0006 Gm. (1-150 to 1-100 grain), as sedative 0.0003 to 0.0003 Gm. (1-300 to 1-300 grain). As a mydriatic al% solution is used. Antidotes the same as for atropine,, HYOSCINE HYBEOIODA TE. See lodic Acid HYOSCYAMINE. Cl 7H33N03. An alkaloid which occurs with hyoscine and atropine in the seeds and leaves of the Hyoscyamus Niger, also found in roots of the Scopolia Atropoides and Japonica. also in the leaves of the Duboisia Myoporides, etc. It forms white, silky, permanent crystals, melting at 108.5° C. (337.3° F.), almost insoluble in water, readily soluble in alcohol and ether. The action of hyoscyamine is like that of atropine, but it is chiefly employed as a hypnotic in mental disorders, as an anodyne and antispasmodic in asthma, epilepsy, colics, etc. Its usual dose is to 3 Mg. (1-130 to 1-30 grain); as hypnotic for the insane 0.0075 to 0.015 Gm. (% to J4 grain. t Among the various soluble salts employed are the hydrobromate, hydrochlorate and sulphate. HYPNAL. (Monochlorantipyrine.) See under Antipyrine. HYPNOACETIN, CH3CO-NH-C6H' OCH2-COC6H6 Synonym: Acetophenon-acetyl-para-amido-phenol-ether. This forms pearly scales which melt at 16'.° C. (330° F.), soluble in alcohol and acetic ether. Recommended as a hypnotic in doaes of 0.3 to 0.35 Gm. (3 to 4 grains.) H YPN ONE. C,HS-CO-CH3. Synonyms: Acetophenone; Methyl-phenyl-ketone. This is a mixed ketone obtained by the dry distillation of a mixture of calcium acetate and benzoate. Hypnone is a colorless, oily fluid, of peculiar odor and pungent taste. Its sp. gr. is 1.033, and when exposed to the temperature of 14° C. (57.3° F.). it solidifies. Only slightly soluble in water, but readily miscible with alcohol, ether and the fatty oils. It is employed as a hypnotic in doses of 0.05 to 0 3 Gm. (7-10 to 3 grains), or 1 to 3 minims. lATROL. Synonym; Oxy-iodo-methyl-anilide. Nothing is known concerning the preparation of this compound, which is described as being an inodorous, non-poisonous antiseptic, designed to replace iodoform. iCHTHYOL. C28H36830« (N H4)a. Synonym: Ammonium-ichthyol-sulphonate. A bituminous mineral of Tyrol, which is rich in fossilized remains of aquatic ani- mals, is subjected to dry distillation, yielding a dark, oily distillate; this is treated with an excess of sulphuric acid, by which ichthyol-sulphonic acid is formed; this product on being purified and neutralized with ammonia yields ammopium ichthyol- sulphonate. Ichthyol forms a thick brownish liquid, of bituminous odor and taste, containing 15% of easily assimilable sulphur; its sp. gr. is 1.006; soluble in water, gly- cerine. a mixture of equal parts of alcohol and ether, and the oils. It is employed externally in various skin diseases, rheumatism, inflammatory diseases, and in gynae- cological practice; internally it is given for various affections of the digestive and intestinal tract, also in treatment of scrofula, syphilis, etc. As external application, from 5 to 50% ointment or solution is used; in gonorrhoea 1 to 3% solutions are em- ployed ; the Internal dose is 0.3 to 0.6 Gm. (3 to 10 m.), 3 times daily in pills or capsules Among the various other salts of ichthyol sulphonio acids, are the ichthyol-sul- phonates of sodium, magnesium, zinc and mercury. These are black, tarry-like masses, the magnesium salt making the best pill, while the zinc salt is best for injections. Ichthyol is incompatible with strong alcoholic liquids and acids. THE NEWER REMEDIES. 45 INDOPHENINE. See under Phenacetine. INGESTOL. An opalescent, yellow liquid, recommended for the treatment of acute and chronic disturbances of the stomach and intestines, also sea-sickness. As far as known it con- tains magnesium, potassium and sodium sulphates, sodium chloride, fex-ric chloride alcohol and water. ’ lODANTIFEBRIN. C 5 INH C 2H30. Synonym; lodacetanilid. Prepared by the action of iodine on aeetanilid. It forms a crystalline powder insoluble in water. As far as its action is concerned it is almost inert Nothing is known concerning its properties. ’ b JODIC ACID AND ITS COMPOUNDS- IODIC A CID. HI03, is extensively employed for the reduction of chronic glandular enlargements and goitre. )4 dr..of a 'i% solution being injected into the affected parts. SODIUM lODATB, Nal03 ALKALI lODA TES I Owing to the ready libera- POTASSIUM IODATE, KI03 tion of iodine when brought into contact with mucus surfaces, they are employed, in dilute solution, 2 to 5% in various affections of these tissues. SILVER, ZINC AND STRONTIUM lODATES. AgT03,Zn(I03)2,Sr(I03)2 are in- soluble. Employed externally in various affections of mucus surfaces. The silver salt is also given internally as an intestinal astringent in doses of 1-6 to ]4 Or. .005 to .01 Gm. best administered in pill form. LITHIUM lODATE. Lil03 is employed in doses of \V>. gr, (0.1 Gm.), subcuta- neously injected, in cases of renal colic, or in cases of uric acid diathesis, or in chronic .. gout. In the latter case it is best employed in pill form in doses of 1)4 to 3 Grs. (0.1 to 0.2 Gm.) MERCURIC lODATE. IIg(I03)2 in form of a double salt with KL, is successfully employed during all stages of syphilis; no salivation or other side effects becoming apparent. It is best used in subcutaneous injections in doses of 1-6 gr .-(.01 Gm.). QUININE HTDRO-lODATE. C2oH24N202in03 is recommended as an excellent nervous sedative and antineuralgie. It may be given internally or hypodermically in doses of Ito I} 4 grs. (0.06 to 0.1 Gm.). STRYCHNINE HTDRO-lODATE. C2lH22TST202HI03 may be used in all cases where strychnine is indicated, in doses as high as 1-12 gr. (,005Gm.). CODEINE HYDRO-lODA TE. 018H2,TSr03HI03 is employed for the same purpose and In the same doses as other salts of codeine, its action being somewhat more ener- getic. HYOSCINE HTDRO-lODATE. Ci7H2IUO4nT()3 may be advantageously gubsti- tuted in place of the chloride, iodide, or bromide ; it may be employed subcutaneously or internally, in either case its action is more intense and its dose should be smaller than that of the other salts. A TROPINE HYDRO-lODATE. Ci7H23N03H103 is employed in ophthalmic prac- tice in to li4/o solution, with good results. lODINE TRI-CHLORIDE. IC13. Prepared by passing dry chlorine gas over dry iodine which is warmed; the iodine trichloride which forms sublimes in the cooler portions of the apparatus Orange to yellow, _ hygroscopic needles, which melt at 25° C. (77° F.), fuming on exposure to the air; when warmed it decomposes into iodine monochloride and chlorine. Soluble in alcohol and water; when dissolved in a large excess of the latter decomposition ensues. lodine terchloride is a powerful antiseptic and disinfectant (1:1000). its value depending upon the liberation of chlorine, which is rendered still more active by the presence of iodine. When combined with aqua ammonia, iodide of nitrogen is formed. With alkalies iodine is precipitated ; when combined with organic substances, iodine is liberated. lODO-CAFFEINE- See under Caffeine. 10D0-CASEIN. A new antiseptic and iodoform substitute. It is a yellowish powder, with a faint iodine odor. lODO-HEMOL. See Hasmol. 46 THE NEWER REMEDIES. lOD-lODOFORMIN. A light-brown insoluble powder, melting at 200° C. (392° F.) Recommended as an iodoform substitute. lODOFORMAL. A yellow powder having a strong odor of cumarin, possessing an advantage over iodoform in its extreme lightness and absence of odor. It is insoluble in water and ether, melts at 128° G. (262.4° P.), and yields iodoform when treated with acids. It is distinguished from iodoform in that it yields iodine by the action of sulphuric acid, lodoformal is intended to be employed in place of iodoform. lODOFORMIN. Synonym: Hexa-methylene-tetramin-iodoform. This compound, containing 75$ of iodoform, may be prepared by rubbing together in a mortar 26 Gm. of hexamethylenetetramin and 74 Gm. of iodoform with a little absolute alcohol until a dry powder results. This is a harmless, inodorous com- pound of iodoform, intended to be used in all cases where iodoform is indicated. It melts at 128° C (262.5° F.) lodoformin, when applied to a moist surface, breaks up into its constituents; that is, iodoform is liberated. Maximum dose is 0.25 Gm. (4 grains ) 10DOFORM1N-MERCURY. A colorless to pale yellow insoluble powder, recommended as an antiseptic. lODOGEN. A mixture of charcoal and potassium iodate (KIOs) formed into cones; these, when ignited, liberate iodine, which serves as an aerial disinfectant. lODO-PHENIN (lodo-phenacetin) C20U2513X204. An iodine substitutions product of phenacetine obtained by the action of iodine in potassium iodide on a solution of phenacetin in hydrochloric acid. lodophenin forms a brownish powder or crystals, containing 25$ of iodine, having an iodine-like odor, soluble in alcohol and glacial acetic acid, decomposed by water. It is used externally like iodine. lODO-PHENO-CHLORAL. This is a mixture of equal parts of tincture of iodine, carbolic acid, and chloral hydrate, forming a brown-colored fluid, which is recommended as a parasiticide in cer- tain skin diseases. IO DO PY RIN E. See under Antipyrine. lODO-THEINE, A combination of hydriodic acid and theine (caffeine) forming a crystalline or amoiphous white powder, which is decomposed into its constituents by water. Used to increase the systolic action and arterial pressure of the heart. Dose, 0.13 to 0.5 Gm. (2 to 8 grains). 10D0L. CJ«NH. Synonym: Tetraiodopyrrol, To a solution of pyrrol (1 part) in alcohol (10 parts), a solution of iodine (12 parts) In alcohol (240 parts) is added, and allowed to stand 24 hours ; on mixing this product with four times its volume of water, iodol separates in yellow flocks. lodol, which contains 89$ of iodine, forms a pale yellow, inodorous, tasteless powder, insoluble in water, soluble in 3 parts of alcohol, 15 parts of ether, 50 parts of chloroform and 15 parts of oil. lodol was introduced as a substitute for iodoform, possessing the advan- tage of being inodorous and non-toxic. lODOL-CAFFEINE (CsTIio’NIOs+CiT.jNH) is a crystalline compound, made by the interaction between molecular weights of iodol and caffeine in concentrated alcoholic solution. It forms an inodorous, tasteless, crystalline powder, insoluble in the usual solvents. Used as an antiseptic like iodol, of which it contains 74,6 per cent. lODO-THEOBROMINE. See under Caffeine. IRON ALBUMINATE. Synonym; Ferrum Albuminatum. This is a compound of ferric chloride and albumen, forming golden-yellow, trans- parent scales, which are soluble in water. See Dispensatories. IRON CASEINATE. See Ferrum Caseinatum. IRON NUCLEOALBUMINATE. See Ferrum Caseinatum. IRON OXIDE SACO HA RAT ED, SOLUBLE. Synonym: Ferrum Oxydatum dacoharatum Solubile. This is a red-brown colored powder, of sweet taste, soluble in 20 parts of hot water. For method of preparation, see Dispensatories. THE NEWER REMEDIES. 47 IRON PEPTONATE. Synonym; Ferrum Peptonatum. This forms red-brown scales, which are soluble in water.- This is a compound of ferric chloride and peptone (digested albumen). See Dispensatories. /J-ISOAMYLENE. SeePental. IZAL. See under Cresol. JEQUIRITiN. See Abrin JESSANODINE. A proprietary antiseptic and analgesic. KAIRIN. See under Chinolin. KAi ROLIN. See under Chinolin. KAPUTINE. This is said to be merely a colored Acetanilid. KEFIR (MATZOON; KOUMYS). These liquors are prepared by the action of various ferments on milk, in some cases, mare’s milk, and in other cases.cows milk being used. These preparations possess an undoubted value in all debilitating diseases, and in cases of obstinate vomiting are often well borne. They are very readily assimilated and rapidly increase the body weight after disease. Kefir, owing to its nutritive value, its agreeable taste, its ready assimilation, and its property of assisting digestion in general, has been suggested as a vehicle for the administration of various drugs. It is claimed that the drugs are not simply held in suspension but are held in solution in a stable form. The assimilation of these drugs is no doubt aided by administering them in such combination. KREOSOTAL KEFIR (Kreosot-Carbonate-Kefir) is found on the market, contain" ing in— No. I. 1 Gm. of kreosotal to the bottle. 3. 3 “ “ “ “ “ 3. 5 “ “ 4. “ “ GUAIAKOL GARB ON A TEKEFIR also occurs in four combinations, viz ; No. 1.—0.5 Gm. of guaiakol carbonate to the container. 2.-1.0 3. 1.5 “ “ “ " “ “ 4. “ “ “ The above-mentioned preparations of kefir are very useful in the various pulmo- nary complaints, scrofulous disorders, chronic gastritis, and in hepatic and renal dis- eases in general. They are best administered at the rate of one bottle per diem, begin ing with the lowest number. ARSENICAL KEFIR. This compound consists of a combination of kefir with Fowler’s solution, and contains in No. 1.—3 minims of Fowler’s sol. to each container. 2. “ “ *■ 3. “ “ “ 4. In neurasthenic conditions, chorea, hysteria, various skin diseases, and in all con- ditions where the arsenical treatment is indicated, this compound is very valuable, far surpassing all other preparations of arsenic. lODKEFIR consists of sodium iodide combined with kefir, as follows : No. 1.—0.5 Gm. of sodium iodide, per container. 2.—1.0 3. 1.5 “ “ 4. -2.0 “ “ “ The nermanence of this combination is doubtful. It is recommended in all cases where preparations of iodine are indicated. KEPHALINE. A proprietary headache remedy. KLINOL. A proprietary antipyretic and analgesic. THE NEWER REMEDIES. 48 KOSIN. CajHsgOio. Synonyms; Koussein ; Kussin; Kosein. A bitter principle, isolated from the flowers of Hagenia abyssinica, Willd. This forms inodorous, tasteless, yellow-colored crystalline needles, which melt at 142° C (287.6° F.), insoluble in water, readily soluble in alcohol, ether and the alkalies. Kosin is employed as an anthelmintic and tssniafuge in doses of 1 to 2 Gm. (15 to 30 grains). KOSOTOXIN. This body is an active principle of Koso flowers. It is a yellowish amorphous powder, according to I.eichsewring, melting at 80 degrees, to which the provisional formula C26H340i0 has been assigned. Dissoluble in alcohol, ether and chloroform, and has a considerable physiological action. It is a strong muscle poison, but has very little action on the central nervous system. KOUMYSS- See Kefir. KOUSSEIN. See Kosin. KRESAPOL. See under Cresol. KRESIN. A mixture of a solution of cresylic acid and a solution of sodium-oxy-acetate. It forms a brownish fluid miscible with water and alcohol. A 1 per cent solution is re- commended as a general disinfectant. KRYSTALLOSE. Name given by Fahlberg, List & Co. to their new sodium-saccharin preparation, or water-soluble crystalline saccharin. It is said to be absolutely free from all contami- nations and to be more than 500 times sweeter than sugar. KUSSIN. SeeKosin. LABORDINE. A secret remedy, forming a greyish powder, slightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohol. It is stated to contain acetanilid, caffeine, saccharin and possibly a little apiol. LACTOCINE. The active principle of the concrete juice of the Lactuca virosa. It forms white scales, soluble in 60% of water. Used as a sedative and hypnotic in doses of Ito 5 grains. LACTOL, OR LACTO-NAPHTHOL, A lactic ester of b.-naphthol. similar to benzo naphthol. In the organism it is split up into lactic acid and b.-naphthol. hence is used as an intestinal antiseptic. It forms a colorless and tasteless powder. Dose, about 0.25 to 0.5 Gm. (3.5 to 8 grains), LAC TO PH ENIN E. See under Phenacetine. LACTYL-PHENETIDINE- See under Phenacetine. LACTYLTROPEINE (CBIII4NO-CO.CH(OH)-CII3), A compound obtained by the action of lactic acid on tropeine. Occurs as white crystalline needles, readily soluble in water, alcohol, ether, etc., melting at 75° C. (167° F.). It appears to have a tonic action on the heart and respiration. L/EVU LOSB. See Diabetin. LAIFAN. A Chinese remedy against neuralgia. It is a crude borneol containing water, prob- ably identical with Ngai camphor described by Fluckiger. and obtained from Blumea balsamifera. It comes into commerce in the shape of a thick paste, showing numerous crystals, put up in earthen pots containing about 6 ounces. LAM IN. An alkaloid obtained from the flowers of Lamium album. Employed in the form of a sulphate or hydrochloride in subcutaneous injections as a powerful hmmostatic. LANICHOL. A specially prepared and purified fat of the wool of sheep. Does not differ essen tially from Adeps Lanas. LANOLIN. See Adeps Lanae. LANOLIN, SULPHURATED. See Thilanin. LANTANIN. An alkaloid, occuring in the herb Lantana Braziliensis. Forms a white, bitter, crystalline powder, which is employed as an antiperiodic and antipyretic. Like quinine, it produces a moderate effect on the circulation, determining a retardation of the chemical phenomena of nutrition and a diminution of temperature. It is superior to salts of quinine, as it is tolerated by the most delicate patients ; in larger doses it is a THE NEWER REMEDIES. 49 powerful antiperiodic. Intermittent fevers, though antagonistic to sulphate of quinine have yielded to the administration of 3 Gm. of lantanine. The dose is from 1 Gm. to 2 during the day, given in pills of 10 eg, each, two being given every two hours. LEPINE. An antiseptic mixture, of the following composition : Mercuric chloride 0.001 Gm. Carbolic acid ... 0.100 “ Salicylic acid 0.100 “ Benzoic acid 0.050 “ Calcium chloride ‘ 0.050 “ Bromine 0.010 “ Quinine hydrobromate 0.200 “ Chloroform 0.200 “ Distilled water 100.00 LEUKO ALIZARIN. SeeAnthrarobin. LIGNOSULFIT. A liquid side product obtained in the manufacture of cellulose by Kellner’s method. It is used in treatment of pulmonary tronbles by inhaling the vapors; its active ingre- dient is sulphurous acid, the irritating properties of which are modified by the presence of aromatics. LIPANIN. A mixture of olive NH. Synonyms; Benzoyl-sulphonic-imide; Orthosulphamine-benzoic-anhy- dride; Gluside; Glucusimide. Saccharin is an intensely sweet principle prepared from toluene (CeHsCHg) by first converting this into the mixture of mono-sulphonio acids, which, by the action of phosphorus pentachloride, are converted into the corresponding toluene-sulphonic chlorides. By the action of ammonia the ortho compound is converted into sulpha- min benzoic acid, which by oxidation yields the above imide (Saccharin). The pure ortho compound forms a white crystalline powder, which possesses 500 times the sweetening power of cane sugar; it is soluble in about 400 parts of water (15° V.). more so in alcohol and glycerin (1:30), readily soluble in water in presence of alkalies (NaHCO3). Mixed with water and neutralized with sodium bicarbonate, it forms the soluble sodium salt, “ soluble gluside” or "soluble saccharin.” The chief use of sac- charin is as a sweetening agent in the food of diabetic patients. A syrup of saccharin may be prepared by dissolving saccharin 10 Gm.. sodium bicarbonate 13 Gm., in 1,000 Co. of water. Syrup of saccharin may be employed in many mixtures where cane- sugar syrup is inadmissable. OH SALACETOL. CII< COOCH2COCH3. Synonym; Salioyl-Acetol. A compound differing from salol in the replacement of the phenyl group (C6H6) by the acetone radical (GH2-CO-CHa); introduced as a substitute for salol in order tc avoid the elimination of phenol in the organism. It is prepared by interaction between monochlor acetone and sodium salicylate. Forms fine needle-like crystals or scales, melting at 71° C. (159.8° P.). insoluble in cold water, slightly soluble in cold alcohol, freely soluble in hot alcohol, ether and chloroform. By action of alkalies it yields up its salicylic acid (about 71%). Salaoetol is employed in all instances where salol is indicated, in doses of 3 to 3 Gm. (30 to 45 grains). SALACTOL. A preparation consisting of the sodium salts of salicylic and lactic acids has been introduced under this name, and when dissolved in a 1% solution of hydrogen peroxide it is recommended as an efficient remedy for diphtheria. The solution is applied to the throat with a brush every four hours, and in the intervals the solution is used as a gargle. It is also stated to act as a prophylactic. SALAZO LO N. Same as Salipyrin. See under Antipyrine. SALIOYL-ACETOL. See Salaoetol. SALICYLAMIDE. C,H4 <°H CONHa, This compound differs from salicylic acid in the replacement of the hydroxyl of the carboxyl group by the amldo radicle (NH2), Obtained by the action of concentrated ammonia on salicylic-methyl-ester (oil of wintergreen), yielding colorless, inodorous and tasteless crystals, melting at 138° C. (280.4° F.), soluble in 250 parts of water, readily so in alcohol and ether. Salioylamide possesses the same therapeutical prop- erties as salicylic acid, having the advantage of being tasteless, more soluble and acting more readily in smaller doses. Dose, 0.13 to 0.3 Gm. (2 to 5 grains). SALICYL-ANILID. See Salifebrin. THE NEWER REMEDIES. 69 SALICYL-PHENETIDINE. See Malakin. SALICYL-p-PHENETIDINE. See Saliphen. SALIC YL-SULPHURIC ACID. See Sulpho-Salicylio Acid. SALICYLIC-ALCOHOL. See Saligenin. SALICYLIC NAPHTHYLIC ETHER. See Betol. SALICYLIDEN PHENETIDINE. See Malakin. SALIFEBRIN, OR SALICYLANILID. A preparation of salicylic acid and acetanilid, in which both constituents are probably fused together and powdered. Forms a white powder, soluble in alcohol, insoluble in water. Recommended as an antineuralgic and antipyretic. No authoritative dose has been given. SALIGENIN. (Salicylic alcohol.) C 6H4(OH)CH2OH. .An oxy-benzoyl-aloohol, obtained by the action of acids or ferments (emulsin, saliva, etc.) on salicin, a glueoside. This same reaction takes place in the human organism when salicin is fatten internally, yielding, however, only 43 per cent, of sali- genin. A dose of 13 Gm. (3 drachms) of salicin corresponds to about 4.3 Gm. (60 l-£ grains) of saligenin. It will be seen that saligenin, which constitutes the activity, is an excellent substitute for salicin in the treatment of malaria, rheumatism, typhus, etc. Saligenin crystallizes in colorless scales or needles, melting at 86° C. (186.8° F.), of a slightly bitter taste, soluble in alcohol and water. It is now prepared synthetic- ally through the condensation of phenol with formaldehyde. SALINAPHTHOL. See Betol. OC2H6 SALIPHEN. C 6H4 < NH.C6H4(OH)CO. Synonyms; Salicyl-p-phenetidine. Obtained by the action of salicylic acid on phenetidine in the presence of phos- phorus trichloride._ Forms colorless crystals, melting at 139.5° C. (383° F.), insoluble in water, but soluble in alcohol. Its slight antifebrile action has not brought it into any favor. SALIPYRA2OLI N. Same as Salipyrin. See under Antipyrin. SALITHYMOL. C 6H4 C 6H3OH. Synonym; Thio-oxy-diphenylamine. Obtained by boiling meta-oxy-diphenylamine with sulphur and caustic soda solu- tion, and precipitating with a solution of ammonium chloride. Sulphaminol forms an inodorous, pale yellow powder, melting at 155° C. (311° F.). insoluble in water, soluble in alkali solutions, alcohol and glacial acetic acid. Employed as a substitue for iodo- form, used as a deodorizing antiseptic for both internal and external use; it readily breaks up, yielding phenol and sulphur. Internally employed in cystitis, dose being 0.35 Gm. (about 4 grains). SULPHONAL. (CH3)aC(SOaCaHS)a. Synonym; Di-ethyl-sulphon-dimethy 1-methane. Through a mixture of anhydrous ethyl-mercaptan (C3HSSH) and acetone (CHS- CO-CH3). dry hydrochloric acid gas is passed, resulting in the condensation product mercaptal (di-thio-ethyl-di-methyl-methane). which on oxidation yields sulphonal. Forms colorless permanent crystals, melting at 125° to 126° C. (257° to 258.8° F.), soluble in 500 parts of cold and 15 parts of boiling water, in 65 parts of cold and 3 parts of boiling alcohol. Employed as a valuable hypnotic in doses of 1 to 3 Gm. (la to 30 grains). SULPHO-SALICYLIC ACID. C 6H3(S03H)(0H)C00H. Synonym: Salicyl-Sulphuric Acid. This is prepared by the action of fuming sulphuric acid on salicylic acid; it forms white crystals, which are soluble in water and alcohol. Employed as a substitute for sodium salicylate in treatment of articular rheumatism. This compound is a valuable reagent for proteids, albumins and peptones. An albumose or peptone is precipitated, but redissoiyes oft boiling the solution, while albumin or globulin does not. THE NEWER REMEDIES. 75 SULPHO-TUMENOLIC ACID. See Tumenol. SULPHURIC ACID PASTE. A caustic application composed of a mixture of equal parts of sulphuric acid and powdered saffron, the latter being employed because of the finely subdivided condi- tion of -the carbon yielded. SYMPHOROL. See Sodium Sulphocaffeate. SYNDETICON. A varnish prepared by dissolving 100 parts of fish glue in 125 parts of acetic acid (glacial), mixing with a solution of 20 parts of gelatine in 125 parts of water. This solu- tion is then mixed with 20 parts of shellac varnish (concentrated alcoholic solution of shellac). TANNAL (Insoluble). Al2(OH)4(C14H909)2+10n30. Synonym: Aluminum basic tannate. Formed by precipitating a solution of an aluminum salt with a solution of tannic acid in presence of an alkali. Tannal is a brownish-yellow, insoluble powder, em- ployed as an astringent in catarrh of the respiratory organs. TANNAL (Soluble). Al2(C4n606)2(C14H905)2-l-61120. Synonym: Aluminum tannic-tartrate. Obtained by treating insoluble tannal with tartaric acid, yielding a brownish yellow soluble powder, which is employed for the same purpose as the above. TANNIGEN. Synonym: Diacetyl Tannin. An acetic ester of tannic acid, prepared by the action of acetic anhydride on tannin dissolved in glacial acetic acid. Forms a yellowish-gray, odorless and taste- less. hygroscopic powder, insoluble in water, only slightly soluble in ether, very soluble in alcohol. Its solutions are colored blue black by ferric chloride and decomposed by alkalies. Tannigen is recommended in treatment of chronic diarrhoea, acting as an intestinal astringent, since owing to its insolubility it passes through the stomach into the intestines, where in presence of the alkaline secretions it is broken up into its con- stituents. TARTARLITHINE. This is an effervescent salt, the lithium analogue of cream of tartar, containing none of the additional alkaline salts common to the granular effervescent preparations. It is recommended as a uric acid solvent, in place of the other salts of lithium, for gout, rheumatism and all the manifestations of urio-acidaemia, and is presented in tablet form. Dose: One or two of the 5 grain tablets, dissolved in a goblet of water, may be taken on a reasonably empty stomach, four times a day. Tartarlithine is intended to increase the alkalinity of the blood, by giving vegetable acid up to a point where it will contribute an alkalinity more effective than alkalies as such, for the elimination of uric acid. TARTARLITHINE AND SULPHUR is prepared with equal parts of Tartar- lithine and precipitated Sulphur, compressed into 5 grain tablets. Indicated in the treat- ment of chronic sore throat, chronic bronchitis accompanied with copious secretions; in digestive difficulties due to disordered action of the liver, which ultimately lead to litluemia and si ructural lesions, in addition to many benefits as a pulmonary or intes- tinal disinfectant. This combination of sulphur, probably after absorption, favors the bile-producing function of the liver, since taurocholic acid normally contains a large proportion of sulphur. It is prescribed in diseases of the nails, the scalp, and generally in superficial skin diseases. Dose : Same as Tartarlithine. TEREBENE. ClOn16(?). This is produced by the action of concentrated sulphuric acid upon oil of turpen- tine and repeated distillation for purification. It consists of a mixture of oamphene, cymene, borneol and terpilene. For description see U. S. P. Terebene is an agree- able antiseptic, disinfectant and deodorizer, a 5 per cent, aqueous solution forming a very serviceable surgical dressing, while its vapor is inhaled in treatment of bronchial affections and pulmonary tuberculosis. Internally, in doses of sto 0 drops in emul- sion or tablet form, it acts as an expectorant. 76 THE NEWER REMEDIES. TERPIN HYDRATE. ClOH18(OH)2-fH2O. A mixture of rectified turpentine oil (4 pts.), alcohol (3 pts.) and nitric acid (1 pt.) is set aside in a shallow porcelain dish for several days; crystals of terpin hydrate separate, and these are reorystallized from 95# alcohol. For description see U.S.P. p. 404. Employed as expectorant in bronchitis and chronic nephritis, in doses of 0.3 to 0.4 Gm. (3 to 6 grains). TERPINOL. By the distillation of terpin hydrate with dilute sulphuric acid, terpinol is obtained; this consists of a mixture of terpineol (C10H17OH) an alcohol, and three torpenes (ClO Hl6), cerpinene, terpineolene and dipentene. Terpinol is an oily liquid, of hyaointhine odor, boiling at 168° C., sp. gr. 0.853, insoluble in water and soluble in alcohol and Employed as a bronchial stimulant in floses of 05to 1 Gm. (8 to 15 grains). Ter- pinol is sometimes used to mask the odor of iodoform. TERROLiNE. A name for a special brand of petroleum jelly. TETRA-ETHYL-AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE. (C2H6)4N.OH. This forms a hygroscopic, crystalline salt, bitter taste, and very soluble in water. Recommended as a uric acid solvent, being administered in doses of 10 to 15 minims of a 10 per cent, solution. TERTIARY AMYL ALCOHOL. See Amylenum Hydratum. TETRA-HYDRO-BETA-NAPHTHYLAMINE. See Thermin. TETRA-HYDRO-PARA-CHINANISOL. See Thalline. TETRA-lODOPHENOL-PHTALEIN. SeeNosophen. TETRA-lODO-PYRROL. See lodol. TETRA-THIO-DICHLOR-SALICYLIC ACID. (S2=C6H(CI)(OH)COOH)2. 1 This is obtained by heating salicylic acid (87.6 p.) with sulphuryl chloride (55. p.). It forms a reddish-yellow powder, which is soluble in aqueous solutions of the alkalies. It is employed chiefly as an antiseptic dusting powder. TET RONAL. (C2H5)2.C.(502C2116)2. Synonym; Di-ethyl-sulphon-di-ethyl-methane. An analogue of sulphonal and trional, differing in the possession of four ethyl groups, while the former contains two and the latter three. The method of prepara- tion is the same as that of sulphonal, only that di-ethyl-ketone (' '2H6-00-r2H6) is em- ployed in place of acetone. This compound forms colorless, crystalline scales, melting at 89° C. (193.2° F.), soluble in 450 parts of cold water, readily in alcohol and ether. Tetronai is employed as a hypnotic in doses of 1 to 3 Gm. (15 to 30 grains). TEUCRIN. The purified extract of Toucrium scandium sterilized in small glass tubes. It forms a dark-brown fluid ot pungent taste. Employed in treatment of tuberculous abscesses, fungous adenitis, lupus, etc. producing local active hyperasmia and organic reaction that arrests development of these diseases. Dose, hypodermically, 50 minims ; locally, 10 grains as ointment with lanolin, once daily. THALLINE. C 9H10N(OCH3). Synonym: Tetra-hydro-para-cbinanisol. This liqiud base, a chlnolin derivative, is obtained by heating a mixture of 'para- amido-anisol, para-nitro-anisol, glycerin and sulphuric acid at 150° O'.; from the reaction product after being rendered alkaline, para-chinanisol is distihed off, this on treatment with reducing-agents takes up four hydrogen atoms, forming the base thalline. This forms an oily liquid of strongly basic properties, uniting with acids, forming salts. THALLINE SULPHATE forms a white, crystalline powder, soluble in 7 parts of cold water, 100 parts of alcohol and insoluble in ether. Oxidizing agents, as the halo- gens, argentic and mercuric nitrate, ferric chloride, etc., produce a bright green color. Internally thalline sulphate is an antipyretic in doses of 0.139 to 0.5 Gm. (2 to 8 grains); externally as an antiseptic injection (4 to 8 grains to the ounce). THALLINE TARTRA TE is a yellowish, crystalline powder, soluble in 10 parts of cold water, almost insoluble in alcohol and ether. Employed for like purposes as the sulphate. THE NEWER REMEDIES. 77 THECBROMIN. C 7HBN402. An alkaloid occurring in the seeds of Tkeobroma cacao (1.550, obtained from the pressed cacao mass by mixing with slake I lime and exhausting with 8# boiling alcohol. It is a white crystalline powder, slightly soluble in water, alcohol and ether. Theo- bromin is a homologue of caffeine, differing in containing one CH2 group less ; it unites readily with alkalies forming soluble salts (see Diuretin). Because of its insolubility, theobromine is unsuitable for use, but is employed in form of a double salt. In physio- logical action it resembles caffeine, being, however, free from any irritating action on the nerve centers. THEOBROMIN-LITHIUM-LITHIUM-SALICYLATE. See Uropherin. THERMIFUGIN. C 9H7N(CH3)(OH)COONa. Synonym ; Methyl-trihydro-oxychinolin-carboxylate of sodium. This compound forms colorless crystals, which are readily soluble in water, the solution becoming brown on standing. Employed as an antipyretic in doses of 0.1 to 0.25 Gm. (1.5 to 3.8 grains), THERMIN. CioHji,NH2. Synonyms: Tetrahydro-b-naphthylamine. Obtained by the action of metallic sodium on a solution of b naphthylamin in amyl alcohol. Thermin is a colorless liquid which with hydrochloric acid form s colorless, soluble crystals, which melt at 287° C. (4tB 6° F.). Kecommended by Pilehne as a mydriatic; further, nothing definite is known concerning this substance. THERMODIN. CO. OC2TT5 .NCOH4OCCH3. OC2II6. Synonym; Acetyl-para-ethoxy-phenyl-urethane. This derivative of urethane was introduced to replace neurodine, which is too powerful and rapid in its effects. Thermodin is a white crystalline powder, melts at 86° to 88° C. (186.8° to 190.4° P.), and is almost insoluble in cold water. Kecommended as a mild antipyretic, free from any unpleasant effects ; given in doses of 0.32 to 1 Gm. (5 to 15 grains). THERMOTAXINE. A proprietary analgesic and antipyretic. THILANIN. This is a sulphurated lanolin, obtained by heating lanolin with sulphur at 230° C., and subsequently washing. It forms a brown unctuous mass, which contains about 3 per cent, of sulphur. Thiianin is employed as an application in various skin diseases. THIOFORM. See Dithiosalieylic Acids. THIOL. A synthetic product of hydrocarbons obtained in a similar manner to ichthyol. The tarry oils obtained by the destructive distillation of peat are heated with sulphur at high temperature, the unsaturated hydrocarbons which unite with the sulphur are removed and by the action of sulphuric acid at a low temperature converted into sul- phonated compounds called thiol, which is then purified by washing and dialysis and evaporated (in vacuo) to an extractive consistence (Thiolum Liquidum) or to dryness (Thiolum Siccum. Thiol forms either a brownish-black, thick liquid (containing about 25 per cent, of dry residue) or a brownish-black powder, which is soluble in water and alcohol. It is precipitated from its aqueous solutions by mineral acids, metallic salts or alkali earths. Thiol is employed in the treatment of various skin diseases, its discoverers recom- mending it as a substitute for ichthyol. As an ointment the strength usually em- ployed is 10 to 50 per cent. The dry thiol, which is about 2% times the strength of the liquid, when mixed with starch is used as a dusting powder. Internal dose is 0.13 to 0.6 Gm. (2 to 10 grains.). THIOLIN. See Thiolinic Acid. THIOLINIC ACID. Synonym: Thiolin. This is prepared by boiling together linseed oil (6 p.) and sulphur (1 p.); the sul- phurated linseed oil which is thereby formed is warmed with sulphuric acid until solution takes place, the oily product is poured into water and washed to remove the sulphuric and sulphurous acids. Thiolinic acid forms a dark-green mass, of extractive consistency, and a peculiar mustard-like odor, insoluble in water, but soluble in alcohol. The sodium salt, which constitutes a soluble powder, is preferred to the above. The medicinal properties of thiolin are similar to those of thiol and ichthyol. THIO-OXY-DIPHFNYLAMINE. See Sulphaminol. 78 THE NEWER REMEDIES. THIOPHENE Dl-lODIDE. C 4H212S. Obtained by the action of iodine and iodic acid on thiophene. Forms crystalline plates, insoluble in water, very soluble in chloroform, ether and warm alcohol, melting at 40.5° O. (104.9° P.); containing 75.5 per cent, of iodine and 9.5 per cent, of sulphur. Thiophene di-iodide is employed externally as a powder and gauze in all instances where iodoform might be applied. THIORESORCIN. C 6H4(OS)2. A sulphur derivative of resorcin, obtained by fusing one molecule of resorcin with two molecules of sulphur. A yellowish gray powder, insoluble in water; recom- mended as an iodoform substitute, but its use is followed by unpleasant symptoms. THIOSALICYLIC ACID. C 6H4(SH)COOH. This is prepared from amido-benzoic acid, (CBH4(NH2)COOH, by the action of nitrous acid and su phu: etted hydrogen. It is employed like salicylic and sulpho-sali- cylio acids as an antiseptic. -* THIOSAPOL. ClBH34S03. A sulphuretted soap, prepared by heating unsaturated fats or fat acids such as oleic acid, with sulphur to a temperature of 120° to 160° G. Sulphur enters into com- bination, the product containing about 10 per cent. Soap containing sulphur in this state of combination is very serviceable in treatment of skin diseases. THIOSINAMINE. CS(NH2)NH.C3HS. Synonyms: Allyl-sulpho-urea; Rhodallin; Allyl-sulpho-carbamide. On heating a mixture of mustard oil (3p.), alcohol (3p.) and ammonia (6p.) at a temperature of 50° C.. the pungent odor of the oil disappears, and on cooling crystals of thiosinamine are deposited. This forms colorless crystals of a slight alliaceous odor, melting at 74° C. (165.2° P.), very soluble in alcohol, water and ether. Employed in treatment of lupus, in form of subcutaneous injections of 15 to 20£ alcoholic solution. THIURET. C 8H7N3S3. A sulphurated compound obtained by the oxidation of phenyl-dithio-biuret (r8ll» K3S2). Forms a light, inodorous, crystalline powder, insoluble in water, quite soluble in alcohol and ether; in contact with alkalies (warmed) jt gives up its sulphur. Thiuret, because of its kalyseptic and germicidal properties, is recommended as a sub- stitute for iodoform. Various salts of thiuret have been prepared such as the phenol- sulphona'e, hydrochloride, hydrobromide, salicylate, etc. These are more soluble in water than the base, and insoluble in ether and the oils. Their aqueous solutions give a violet coloration with ferric chloride and a white precipitate of the base (thiuret) on addition of aqua ammonise. THYMACETiN. c3^l7 > 3CO). By the action of nitric acid, thymol is converted into nitro-thymol, from which a sodium salt is prepared, this on heating with ethyl chloride under pressure yields nitro-thymol-ethyl-ether, which on reduction and acetiflcation yields thymaoetin. This forms a white crystalline powder, melting at 136° C. (276 8° P.). slightly soluble in water and freely in alcohol. Employed in treatment of neuralgia in doses of 0.19 to 0.64 Gm. (3 to 10 grains); it is said to produce unpleasant effects. THYMENTHOL. A proprietary antiseptic. THYMOZONE. A proprietary antiseptic. THYRADEN. (Extractum Thyreodem-Haaf.) This preparation is an extract of the thyroid gland, prepared acc trding to an improved method by Dr. Haaf. It is said to possess all the active principles of the gland. Its non-toxic property and lack of odor are claimed as chief advantages over other similar preparations. It is so diluted with sugar of milk that one part of the extract is equivalent to two parts of the fresh glands. THYROPROTEIN. Notkine has recently isolated from the thyroid body an albuminoid which in prop- erties and composition differs from all other albuminoids hitherto described. Under certain conditions this new body splits up, yielding a carbohydrate which is trans- THE NEWER REMEDIES. 79 formed with difficulty into a reducing: substance. With a fairly strong: solution of ferric chloride the albuminoid assume* a gelatinous consistence ; tannin precipitates it in the form of thick flakes or as a transparent gelatinous substance, according to the strength of the solution. It dissolves in weak acids, and is precipitated by alcohol, the precipi- tate rapidly becoming insoluble in water. The author has named this substance “thyroprotein.” Irom experiments on animals it appears to be very toxic, and is slowly eliminated. It acts at first as an excitant, afterward as a paralyzant, probably on the central nervous system. The author regards this albuminoid as identical with the poison which accumulates in the organism after the extirpation of the thyroid body : it is therefore not a secretion of the gland, but a toxalbumin which it is the function of the thyroid gland to neutralize by means of the peculiar ferment it elabo- rates. and so prevent the accumulation of the poison in the animal organism. TOLYL-ANTIPYRIN. 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