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Good posture is about more than standing up straight so you can look your best. It is an important part of your long-term health. Making sure that you hold your body the right way, whether you are moving or still, can prevent pain, injuries, and other health problems.
What is posture?Posture is how you hold your body. There are two types:
- Dynamic posture is how you hold yourself when you are moving, like when you are walking, running, or bending over to pick up something.
- Static posture is how you hold yourself when you are not moving, like when you are sitting, standing, or sleeping.
It is important to make sure that you have good dynamic and static posture.
The key to good posture is the position of your spine. Your spine has three natural curves - at your neck, mid back, and low back. Correct posture should maintain these curves, but not increase them. Your head should be above your shoulders, and the top of your shoulder should be over the hips.
How can posture affect my health?Poor posture can be bad for your health. Slouching or slumping over can:
- Misalign your musculoskeletal system
- Wear away at your spine, making it more fragile and prone to injury
- Cause neck, shoulder, and back pain
- Decrease your flexibility
- Affect how well your joints move
- Affect your balance and increase your risk of falling
- Make it harder to digest your food
- Make it harder to breathe
- Be mindful of your posture during everyday activities, like watching television, washing dishes, or walking
- Stay active. Any kind of exercise may help improve your posture, but certain types of exercises can be especially helpful. They include yoga, tai chi, and other classes that focuses on body awareness. It is also a good idea to do exercises that strengthen your core (muscles around your back, abdomen, and pelvis).
- Maintain a healthy weight. Extra weight can weaken your abdominal muscles, cause problems for your pelvis and spine, and contribute to low back pain. All of these can hurt your posture.
- Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes. High heels, for example, can throw off your balance and force you to walk differently. This puts more stress on your muscles and harms your posture.
- Make sure work surfaces are at a comfortable height for you, whether you're sitting in front of a computer, making dinner, or eating a meal.
Many Americans spend a lot of their time sitting - either at work, at school, or at home. It is important to sit properly, and to take frequent breaks:
- Switch sitting positions often
- Take brief walks around your office or home
- Gently stretch your muscles every so often to help relieve muscle tension
- Don't cross your legs; keep your feet on the floor, with your ankles in front of your knees
- Make sure that your feet touch the floor, or if that's not possible, use a footrest
- Relax your shoulders; they should not be rounded or pulled backwards
- Keep your elbows in close to your body. They should be bent between 90 and 120 degrees.
- Make sure that your back is fully supported. Use a back pillow or other back support if your chair does not have a backrest that can support your lower back's curve.
- Make sure that your thighs and hips are supported. You should have a well-padded seat, and your thighs and hips should be parallel to the floor.
- Stand up straight and tall
- Keep your shoulders back
- Pull your stomach in
- Put your weight mostly on the balls of your feet
- Keep your head level
- Let your arms hang down naturally at your sides
- Keep your feet about shoulder-width apart
With practice, you can improve your posture; you will look and feel better.
Sure FDA Approved Drugs
ALLEGRA-D 12 HOUR ALLERGY AND CONGESTION [Fexofenadine HydrochlorideC32H39NO4ClH : Pseudoephedrine HydrochlorideC10H15NOClH]
OTC
- 60mg : 120mg (oral tablet, extended release)
Sanofi Aventis UsJan 24, 2011
- Relief of symptoms associated with respiratory allergies, swelling of the nasal passages and sinus congestion and pressure in adults and children 12 years of age and older.
ALLEGRA-D 24 HOUR ALLERGY AND CONGESTION [Fexofenadine HydrochlorideC32H39NO4ClH : Pseudoephedrine HydrochlorideC10H15NOClH]
OTC
- 180mg : 240mg (oral tablet, extended release)
Sanofi Aventis UsJan 24, 2011
- Relief of symptoms associated with respiratory allergies, swelling of the nasal passages and sinus congestion and pressure in adults and children 12 years of age and older.
ALPHAGAN P [Brimonidine TartrateC11H10BrN5C4H6O6]
RX
- 0.1% (ophthalmic solution/drops)
0.15% (ophthalmic solution/drops)
AllerganAug 19, 2005
- Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
CALDOLOR [IbuprofenC13H18O2]
RX
- 800mg/8ml (100mg/ml) (intravenous solution)
Cumberland PharmsJun 11, 2009
- Management of mild to moderate pain, management of moderate to severe pain as an adjunct to opioid analgesics in a critically ill patient with intravenous ibuprofen in need thereof.
- Management of mild to moderate pain, management of moderate to severe pain as an adjunct to opioid analgesics, reduction in fever through anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic activity.
- Management of mild to moderate pain, management of moderate to severe pain as an adnunct to opioid analgesics, reduction in fever through anti inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic activity.
- Methods of treating pain, inflammation and/or fever in a critically ill patient with intravenous ibuprofen in need thereof.
- Methods of treating pain, inflammation and/or fever with intravenous ibuprofen such that mean arterial blood pressure does not increase the dosage interval.
CARDENE [Nicardipine HydrochlorideC26H29N3O6ClH]
RX
- 25mg/10ml (2.5mg/ml) (injection injectable)
Chiesi Usa IncJan 30, 1992
- Method for treating acute elevations of blood pressure in human subject in need thereof.
CARDENE IN 0.83% SODIUM CHLORIDE IN PLASTIC CONTAINER [Nicardipine HydrochlorideC26H29N3O6ClH]
RX
- 40mg/200ml (0.2mg/ml) (intravenous injectable)
Chiesi Usa IncNov 7, 2008
- Method for treating acute elevations of blood pressure in human subject in need thereof.
CARDENE IN 0.86% SODIUM CHLORIDE IN PLASTIC CONTAINER [Nicardipine HydrochlorideC26H29N3O6ClH]
RX
- 20mg/200ml (0.1mg/ml) (intravenous injectable)
Chiesi Usa IncJul 31, 2008
- Method for treating acute elevations of blood pressure in human subject in need thereof.
CARDENE IN 4.8% DEXTROSE IN PLASTIC CONTAINER [Nicardipine HydrochlorideC26H29N3O6ClH]
RX
- 20mg/200ml (0.1mg/ml) (intravenous injectable)
Chiesi Usa IncJul 31, 2008
- Method for treating acute elevations of blood pressure in human subject in need thereof.
CARDENE IN 5.0% DEXTROSE IN PLASTIC CONTAINER [Nicardipine HydrochlorideC26H29N3O6ClH]
RX
- 40mg/200ml (0.2mg/ml) (intravenous injectable)
Chiesi Usa IncNov 7, 2008
- Method for treating acute elevations of blood pressure in human subject in need thereof.
CHILDREN'S ADVIL [IbuprofenC13H18O2]
OTC
- 100mg/5ml (oral suspension)
50mg (oral tablet, chewable)
PfizerJun 27, 1996
CHILDREN'S ELIXSURE [IbuprofenC13H18O2]
OTC
- 100mg/5ml (oral suspension)
Moberg Pharma NorthJan 7, 2004
CHILDREN'S MOTRIN [IbuprofenC13H18O2]
OTC
- 100mg/5ml (oral suspension)
40mg/ml (oral suspension/drops)
50mg (oral tablet, chewable)
J And J Consumer IncJun 16, 1995
CLEVIPREX [ClevidipineC21H23Cl2NO6]
RX
- 125mg/250ml (0.5mg/ml) (intravenous emulsion)
25mg/50ml (0.5mg/ml) (intravenous emulsion)
50mg/100ml (0.5mg/ml) (intravenous emulsion)
Chiesi Usa IncNov 8, 2013
- Cleviprex is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker indicated for the reduction of blood pressure when oral therapy is not feasible or not desirable.
COMBIGAN [Brimonidine TartrateC11H10BrN5C4H6O6 : Timolol MaleateC13H24N4O3SC4H4O4]
RX
- 0.2% : eq 0.5% base (ophthalmic solution/drops)
AllerganOct 30, 2007
- Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure (iop) in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension who require adjunctive or replacement therapy due to inadequately controlled iop. dose is one drop of combigan in the affected eye twice daily.
- Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension who require adjunctive or replacement therapy due to inadequately controlled iop.
- Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure.
- Reduction of intraocular pressure in patients with elevated intraocular pressure or glaucoma.
EPINEPHRINE [EpinephrineC9H13NO3]
RX
- eq 1mg base/ml (eq 1mg base/ml) (iv (infusion), intraocular, intramuscular, subcutaneous solution)
Belcher Pharms LlcJul 29, 2014
- Emergency treatment of allergic reactions (type i), including anaphylaxis.
- Increasing mean arterial blood pressure in adult patients with hypotension associated with septic shock.
- Induction and maintenance of mydriasis during intraocular surgery.
IBUPROFEN [IbuprofenC13H18O2]
OTC / RX
- 100mg (oral tablet)
100mg/5ml (oral suspension)
200mg (oral tablet)
400mg (oral tablet)
40mg/ml (oral suspension/drops)
50mg (oral tablet, chewable)
600mg (oral tablet)
800mg (oral tablet)
eq 200mg free acid and potassium salt (oral capsule)
Dr Reddys Labs IncNov 20, 2001
LnkJun 17, 2004
PerrigoJan 16, 2004
Actavis Mid AtlanticApr 30, 1999
Amneal PharmsAug 18, 2011
Hi-tech PharmacalNov 3, 2016
Perrigo R And DSep 23, 2004
TaroJun 23, 2017
Aiping Pharm IncMay 5, 2017
Amneal Pharms NyFeb 17, 1987
Avema PharmaNov 26, 2003
Contract PharmacalJul 1, 1988
Granules IndiaDec 10, 2010
Granules India LtdOct 7, 2016
Marksans PharmaFeb 1, 2011
McneilMar 30, 1994
Merro PharmOct 2, 1987
OhmJul 15, 1986
Par PharmSep 24, 1986
Strides PharmaApr 4, 2011
Vintage PharmsApr 1, 1987
L Perrigo CoDec 16, 1998
Tris Pharma IncAug 31, 2009
Bionpharma IncMar 24, 2009
Humanwell PuracapJun 21, 2016
P And L Dev LlcJul 10, 2009
Sofgen PharmsSep 7, 2016
LnkJun 17, 2004
PerrigoJan 16, 2004
Actavis Mid AtlanticApr 30, 1999
Amneal PharmsAug 18, 2011
Hi-tech PharmacalNov 3, 2016
Perrigo R And DSep 23, 2004
TaroJun 23, 2017
Aiping Pharm IncMay 5, 2017
Amneal Pharms NyFeb 17, 1987
Avema PharmaNov 26, 2003
Contract PharmacalJul 1, 1988
Granules IndiaDec 10, 2010
Granules India LtdOct 7, 2016
Marksans PharmaFeb 1, 2011
McneilMar 30, 1994
Merro PharmOct 2, 1987
OhmJul 15, 1986
Par PharmSep 24, 1986
Strides PharmaApr 4, 2011
Vintage PharmsApr 1, 1987
L Perrigo CoDec 16, 1998
Tris Pharma IncAug 31, 2009
Bionpharma IncMar 24, 2009
Humanwell PuracapJun 21, 2016
P And L Dev LlcJul 10, 2009
Sofgen PharmsSep 7, 2016
LUMIGAN [BimatoprostC25H37NO4]
RX
- 0.01% (ophthalmic solution/drops)
AllerganAug 31, 2010
- A method of lowering intraocular pressure in a patient with open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- A method of lowering intraocular pressure.
- A method of reducing intraocular pressure in patients with open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- A method of treating a patient with glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- Method of treating glaucoma in a patient.
- Method of treating glaucoma or elevated intraocular pressure.
- Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
NEOPROFEN [Ibuprofen LysineC13H18O2C6H14N2O2]
RX
- eq 20mg base/2ml (eq 10mg base/ml) (intravenous injectable)
Recordati RareApr 13, 2006
- Closure of a clnically significant patent ductus arteriosus in premature infants weighing between 500 and 1500g, who are no more than 32 weeks gestational age when usual medical management is ineffective.
- Treatment of patent ductus arteriosus.
POMALYST [PomalidomideC13H11N3O4]
RX
- 1mg (oral capsule)
2mg (oral capsule)
3mg (oral capsule)
4mg (oral capsule)
CelgeneFeb 8, 2013
- Use of pomalidomide for the treatment of multiple myeloma.
- Use of pomalidomide to inhibit the secretion of pro-inflammation cytokines, including tumor necrosis factor alpha.
- Use of pomalidomide while preventing the exposure of a fetus or other contraindicated individual to pomalidomide.
REVLIMID [LenalidomideC13H13N3O3]
RX
- 10mg (oral capsule)
15mg (oral capsule)
2.5mg (oral capsule)
20mg (oral capsule)
25mg (oral capsule)
CelgeneDec 27, 2005
- Treatment of male patient having a disease or condition responsive to a teratogenic drug.
- Use of revlimid (lenalidomide) for the treatment of mantle cell lymphoma (mcl).
- Use of revlimid (lenalidomide) for the treatment of multiple myeloma and transfusion-dependent anemia in myelodysplastic syndromes (mds).
- Use of revlimid (lenalidomide) for the treatment of multiple myeloma.
- Use of revlimid (lenalidomide) for the treatment of transfusion-dependent anemia in myelodysplastic syndromes (mds).
- Use of revlimid (lenalidomide) to inhibit the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines, including tumor necrosis factor alpha.
- Use of revlimid (lenalidomide) while preventing the exposure of a fetus or other contraindicated individual to revlimid (lenalidomide).
RYANODEX [Dantrolene Sodium2C14H9N4O52Na7H2O]
RX
- 250mg/vial (intravenous for suspension)
Eagle PharmsJul 22, 2014
- For use in the treatment of malignant hyperthermia in conjunction with appropriate supportive measures and for the prevention of malignant hyperthermia in patients at high risk..
SIMBRINZA [Brimonidine TartrateC11H10BrN5C4H6O6 : BrinzolamideC12H21N3O5S3]
RX
- 0.2% : 1% (ophthalmic suspension/drops)
Novartis Pharms CorpApr 19, 2013
- Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
THALOMID [ThalidomideC13H10N2O4]
RX
- 100mg (oral capsule)
150mg (oral capsule)
200mg (oral capsule)
CelgeneJan 17, 2003
- Acute treatment of the cutaneous manifestations of moderate to severe erythema nodosum leprosum (enl).
- Approval for marketing only under a special restriction program approved by fda called 'system for thalidomide education and prescribing safety' (s.t.e.p.s.).
- Maintenance therapy for prevention and supression of the cutaneous manifestations of enl recurrence.
- Method for delivering a drug to a patient in need of the drug, while avoiding the occurence of an adverse side effect known or suspected of being caused by said drug.
- Treatment of cutaneous manifestations of erythema nodosum leprosum (enl) in connection with a special program approved by fda called 'system for thalidomide education and prescribing safety' (s.t.e.p.s.).
- Treatment of male patient having a disease or condition responsive to a teratogenic drug.
- Use in combination with dexamethasone is indicated for the treatment of patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma.
- Use of thalidomide in combination with dexamethasone for the treatment of patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma.
- Use of thalidomide in treatment of cutaneous manifestations of erythema nodosum leprosum (enl).
- Use of thalidomide while preventing the exposure of a fetus or other contraindicated individual to thalidomide.
VASOSTRICT [Vasopressin]
RX
- 200units/10ml (20units/ml) (iv (infusion) solution)
20units/ml (20units/ml) (iv (infusion) solution)
Par Sterile ProductsDec 17, 2016
- To increase blood pressure in adults with vasodilatory shock (e.g., post-cardiotomy or sepsis) who remain hypotensive despite fluids and catecholamines.
ZIOPTAN [TafluprostC25H34F2O5]
RX
- 0.0015% (ophthalmic solution/drops)
Oak Pharms IncFeb 10, 2012
- Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
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Home Remedies for Sure
SORE THROAT [Pharyngitis]
Licorice root has anti-inflammatory properties. Boil 1/2 ounce of licorice in 1 quart of water,... / ...e pregnant, taking steroids or have low potassium levels. Low potassium levels can cause people to experience abnormal heart rhythms, high blood pressure, edema, lethargy, and/or congestive heart failure. The NIH has determined that there is insufficient data available to know if licorice is effec... / ...if you have questions about possible interactions with a drug or supplement you take.
Mechanism - glycyrrhizinJlaiii | August 11th, 2020
Licorice root has anti-inflammatory properties. Boil 1/2 ounce of licorice in 1 quart of water,... / ...e pregnant, taking steroids or have low potassium levels. Low potassium levels can cause people to experience abnormal heart rhythms, high blood pressure, edema, lethargy, and/or congestive heart failure. The NIH has determined that there is insufficient data available to know if licorice is effec... / ...if you have questions about possible interactions with a drug or supplement you take.
Mechanism - glycyrrhizinJlaiii | August 11th, 2020
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
Felter's Materia Medica on Sure
ACACIAACACI
The dried gummy exudate of Acacia Senegal, Willdenow; and of some other African species of Acacia. (Nat. Ord. Leguminosae.) Eastern Africa (Kordofan, chiefly),... / ... demulcent after poisoning by irritant and corrosive poisons. Acacia may be given freely and at pleasure, in the form of owder, troches, mucilage, or syrup, as desired. 2
The dried gummy exudate of Acacia Senegal, Willdenow; and of some other African species of Acacia. (Nat. Ord. Leguminosae.) Eastern Africa (Kordofan, chiefly),... / ... demulcent after poisoning by irritant and corrosive poisons. Acacia may be given freely and at pleasure, in the form of owder, troches, mucilage, or syrup, as desired. 2
ACONITUM NEPALLUS
The dried tuberous root of Aconitum Napellus, Linné (Nat. Ord. Ranunculaceae). Mountains of Europe and Asia, and northwestern North America.... / ...y it. The action upon the vaso-motor system is not well understood, though the lowered arterial pressure is explained by some as due to depression of the vaso-motor center. In small doses aconite quie... / ...approaching from the extremities to the body. Excessive sweating comes on, rapidly lowering the body temperature, dimness of vision, 2
The dried tuberous root of Aconitum Napellus, Linné (Nat. Ord. Ranunculaceae). Mountains of Europe and Asia, and northwestern North America.... / ...y it. The action upon the vaso-motor system is not well understood, though the lowered arterial pressure is explained by some as due to depression of the vaso-motor center. In small doses aconite quie... / ...approaching from the extremities to the body. Excessive sweating comes on, rapidly lowering the body temperature, dimness of vision, 2
ACTÆA ALBA.
The rhizome and rootlets of Actaea alba, Bigelow (Nat. Ord. Ranunculaceae). A perennial of the United States east of the Mississippi, abounding in... / ...e is pain or uneasy sensations in or around the ovaries, with extreme sensitiveness to touch or pressure. It also relieves mental aberrations arising from derangement of the reproductive organs. Like ...2
The rhizome and rootlets of Actaea alba, Bigelow (Nat. Ord. Ranunculaceae). A perennial of the United States east of the Mississippi, abounding in... / ...e is pain or uneasy sensations in or around the ovaries, with extreme sensitiveness to touch or pressure. It also relieves mental aberrations arising from derangement of the reproductive organs. Like ...2
ADONIS VERNALIS
...dicine Adonis. Dose, 1/2 to 3 drops. Specific Indications.Weak cardiac action, with low blood pressure, and shortened diastole, with consequent venous stasis, with increased back-pressure, and feebl......e of poisoning. Adonis slows, regulates, and strengthens the heart's contractions, raises blood pressure, and thereby acts as a diuretic. It also causes deeper and slower breathing, and in proper case...2
...dicine Adonis. Dose, 1/2 to 3 drops. Specific Indications.Weak cardiac action, with low blood pressure, and shortened diastole, with consequent venous stasis, with increased back-pressure, and feebl......e of poisoning. Adonis slows, regulates, and strengthens the heart's contractions, raises blood pressure, and thereby acts as a diuretic. It also causes deeper and slower breathing, and in proper case...2
ALOEALOE
The dried juice of the leaves of several species of Aloe: (1) Aloe Perryi, Baker; (2) Aloe vera, Linné; (3) Aloe ferox, Miller. (Nat. Ord.... / ...sus ani, ascaris vermicularis (Scudder). Difficult evacuation of the lower bowel when not due to fissure or inflammation. Action.Aloes is a slow-acting stimulating purgative, probably affecting only...2
The dried juice of the leaves of several species of Aloe: (1) Aloe Perryi, Baker; (2) Aloe vera, Linné; (3) Aloe ferox, Miller. (Nat. Ord.... / ...sus ani, ascaris vermicularis (Scudder). Difficult evacuation of the lower bowel when not due to fissure or inflammation. Action.Aloes is a slow-acting stimulating purgative, probably affecting only...2
APOCYNUM CANNABINUM
... eyelids wrinkled, as if parts had been recently swollen; feet full and edematous, pitting upon pressure; constipation, with edema; urine scanty and circulation sluggish; boggy, watery uterus; full re......sis was one of its most prominent results, the knowledge that this is due to the better cardiac pressure and arterial tonus, rather than to the increased intrinsic secreting power of the renal glomeru...2
... eyelids wrinkled, as if parts had been recently swollen; feet full and edematous, pitting upon pressure; constipation, with edema; urine scanty and circulation sluggish; boggy, watery uterus; full re......sis was one of its most prominent results, the knowledge that this is due to the better cardiac pressure and arterial tonus, rather than to the increased intrinsic secreting power of the renal glomeru...2
ARNICA MONTANA
... untoward action of the drug. Medicinal doses of arnica slow the heart, slightly raise arterial pressure, and stimulate the vagi. Poisonous doses operate reversely and paralyze the vagal centers. Inte......s, arnica is a remedy of power to give comfort and hasten resolution. When myalgia is caused by exposure, or when muscular soreness and pain are due to strain, overexertion, or sudden jars or blows, t...... medicine preferably, and the diluted tincture applied locally are among the most serviceable of measures. Arnica frequently relieves heart-strain due to exertion, overwork, or from long marching....2
... untoward action of the drug. Medicinal doses of arnica slow the heart, slightly raise arterial pressure, and stimulate the vagi. Poisonous doses operate reversely and paralyze the vagal centers. Inte......s, arnica is a remedy of power to give comfort and hasten resolution. When myalgia is caused by exposure, or when muscular soreness and pain are due to strain, overexertion, or sudden jars or blows, t...... medicine preferably, and the diluted tincture applied locally are among the most serviceable of measures. Arnica frequently relieves heart-strain due to exertion, overwork, or from long marching....2
ASCLEPIAS TUBEROSA
The root of Asclepias tuberosa, Linné (Nat. Ord. Asclepiadaceae). United States and Canada. Dose, 5 to 60 grains. Common Names: Pleurisy Root,... / ...oth catarrhal and croupous. Its use should be begun early, usually in association with other agents sure to be indicated, and continued through the active stage; and if a dry cough persists it should ...2
The root of Asclepias tuberosa, Linné (Nat. Ord. Asclepiadaceae). United States and Canada. Dose, 5 to 60 grains. Common Names: Pleurisy Root,... / ...oth catarrhal and croupous. Its use should be begun early, usually in association with other agents sure to be indicated, and continued through the active stage; and if a dry cough persists it should ...2
BALSAMUM PERUVIANUM
A balsam obtained from Toluifera Pereirae (Royle) Baillon. San Salvador in Central America; called Balsam of Peru because first exported to Europe... / ...the patient must be compelled to rest the leg in a horizontal position for some weeks in order to insure results. The same solution may be poured into small granulating sinuses, produced by drainage t... / ...balsam should not be used in inflammatory or febrile conditions; and its use should be discontinued if it produces gastro-intestinal irritation.2
A balsam obtained from Toluifera Pereirae (Royle) Baillon. San Salvador in Central America; called Balsam of Peru because first exported to Europe... / ...the patient must be compelled to rest the leg in a horizontal position for some weeks in order to insure results. The same solution may be poured into small granulating sinuses, produced by drainage t... / ...balsam should not be used in inflammatory or febrile conditions; and its use should be discontinued if it produces gastro-intestinal irritation.2
BELLADONNA (Atropa belladonna)ATROP
The (1) dried root and the (2) dried leaves and tops of Atropa Belladonna, Linné (Nat. Ord. Solanaceae). Europe and Central Asia; also... / ...ul and swollen joints, forming abscesses, incipient and recurrent boils, buboes, hemorrhoids and fissures, inflamed glands, and in neuralgia, chronic rheumatism, lumbago, myalgia, pleurodynia, the che...2
The (1) dried root and the (2) dried leaves and tops of Atropa Belladonna, Linné (Nat. Ord. Solanaceae). Europe and Central Asia; also... / ...ul and swollen joints, forming abscesses, incipient and recurrent boils, buboes, hemorrhoids and fissures, inflamed glands, and in neuralgia, chronic rheumatism, lumbago, myalgia, pleurodynia, the che...2
BRYONIA
...cific Indications.Sharp cutting pain, or tearing pain from serous inflammation; tenderness on pressure; tearing pain with sore feeling in any part of the body and always aggravated by motion; modera......t is irritable if disturbed. Temperature may be slightly increased, and the tissues contracted. Pressure elicits extreme tenderness and soreness, especially when the viscera are involved. Bryonia is o...2
...cific Indications.Sharp cutting pain, or tearing pain from serous inflammation; tenderness on pressure; tearing pain with sore feeling in any part of the body and always aggravated by motion; modera......t is irritable if disturbed. Temperature may be slightly increased, and the tissues contracted. Pressure elicits extreme tenderness and soreness, especially when the viscera are involved. Bryonia is o...2
CACTUS (Selenicereus spp.)
.... Eclectics have also noted that it improves the nutrition of the heart muscle and thus is, in a measure, a structural remedy also. By improving the nutrition of the organ it is possible, in some inst...... heart is manifested when the disorder is functional; organic conditions are only benefited in a measure. However, some who are antagonists of Eclectic medicine, who are generally skeptical regarding ...2
.... Eclectics have also noted that it improves the nutrition of the heart muscle and thus is, in a measure, a structural remedy also. By improving the nutrition of the organ it is possible, in some inst...... heart is manifested when the disorder is functional; organic conditions are only benefited in a measure. However, some who are antagonists of Eclectic medicine, who are generally skeptical regarding ...2
CAFFEA
The seeds of Caffea arabica, Linné (Nat. Ord. Rubiaceae). Native of Arabia-Felix and Ethiopia; and extensively cultivated in Asia and America... / ...r contractility, and powerfully stimulates respiration. Upon the circulation it heightens blood pressure and quickens the contraction of the heart. These are accomplished through its action upon the v... / ...preferably without sugar or cream; for use in narcotic poisoning very strong, black coffee may be given freely, both by mouth and per rectum.2
The seeds of Caffea arabica, Linné (Nat. Ord. Rubiaceae). Native of Arabia-Felix and Ethiopia; and extensively cultivated in Asia and America... / ...r contractility, and powerfully stimulates respiration. Upon the circulation it heightens blood pressure and quickens the contraction of the heart. These are accomplished through its action upon the v... / ...preferably without sugar or cream; for use in narcotic poisoning very strong, black coffee may be given freely, both by mouth and per rectum.2
CALAMUSACCA4
The rhizome of Acorus Calamus, Linné (Nat. Ord. Acoraceae). Common in wet and muddy grounds everywhere in the Northern Hemisphere. Dose, 5 to 40... / ...la is preferred. The powder should be lightly insufflated but not packed into the canal, so as to insure free drainage. Borated Calendula may be dusted upon excoriations and sore nipples; and an oil s... / ...value in all of the local conditions named it has been much overrated, and its real medicinal worth obscured by extravagant praise.2
The rhizome of Acorus Calamus, Linné (Nat. Ord. Acoraceae). Common in wet and muddy grounds everywhere in the Northern Hemisphere. Dose, 5 to 40... / ...la is preferred. The powder should be lightly insufflated but not packed into the canal, so as to insure free drainage. Borated Calendula may be dusted upon excoriations and sore nipples; and an oil s... / ...value in all of the local conditions named it has been much overrated, and its real medicinal worth obscured by extravagant praise.2
CALENDULA
The florets of Calendula officinalis, Linné (Nat. Ord. Compositae). Southern Europe and the Orient; largely cultivated as a garden flower. Dose,... / ...la is preferred. The powder should be lightly insufflated but not packed into the canal, so as to insure free drainage. Borated Calendula may be dusted upon excoriations and sore nipples; and an oil s... / ...value in all of the local conditions named it has been much overrated, and its real medicinal worth obscured by extravagant praise.2
The florets of Calendula officinalis, Linné (Nat. Ord. Compositae). Southern Europe and the Orient; largely cultivated as a garden flower. Dose,... / ...la is preferred. The powder should be lightly insufflated but not packed into the canal, so as to insure free drainage. Borated Calendula may be dusted upon excoriations and sore nipples; and an oil s... / ...value in all of the local conditions named it has been much overrated, and its real medicinal worth obscured by extravagant praise.2
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
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AMERICAN HELLEBORE
The rhizome and root of VERATRUM VIRIDE, Solander. Cardiac - depressant. having remarkable power to reduce the pulse in fever. Its most- important use is in controlling blood pressure in aortic an eurism, in cerebral hyperemia and in certain heart affections. Apt to cause nausea unless combined with an opiate. Produces best ef fects when doses are frequently repeated. Dose 0.06 to 0.2 Grm. (1 to 3 grs-).3
The rhizome and root of VERATRUM VIRIDE, Solander. Cardiac - depressant. having remarkable power to reduce the pulse in fever. Its most- important use is in controlling blood pressure in aortic an eurism, in cerebral hyperemia and in certain heart affections. Apt to cause nausea unless combined with an opiate. Produces best ef fects when doses are frequently repeated. Dose 0.06 to 0.2 Grm. (1 to 3 grs-).3
BARIUM CHLORIDE
Cardiac stimulant, increasing blood pressure and slowing and rendering steady the pulse. Dose, 0.03 to 0.06 Grm. (% to 1 gr.).3
Cardiac stimulant, increasing blood pressure and slowing and rendering steady the pulse. Dose, 0.03 to 0.06 Grm. (% to 1 gr.).3
GOLDEN SEAL
The rhizome of HYDRASTIS CANADENSIS; Lin. Tonic, alterative to mucous membranes, uterine hemostatic. hepatic stimulant and aperient. Used much in dyspeptic troubles, in mt-norrhagia and dysmenorrhea, and for its local effect in canker of the mouth, ulcerat ed sore throat, fissures of the nipple, hemorrhoids as well as in con junctivitis. leucorrhea and especially in gonorrhea. The yellow alka loid Berberim, q. v. is simply tonic and perhaps antiperiodic. The white alkaloid flydrastine, q. v. is 3
The rhizome of HYDRASTIS CANADENSIS; Lin. Tonic, alterative to mucous membranes, uterine hemostatic. hepatic stimulant and aperient. Used much in dyspeptic troubles, in mt-norrhagia and dysmenorrhea, and for its local effect in canker of the mouth, ulcerat ed sore throat, fissures of the nipple, hemorrhoids as well as in con junctivitis. leucorrhea and especially in gonorrhea. The yellow alka loid Berberim, q. v. is simply tonic and perhaps antiperiodic. The white alkaloid flydrastine, q. v. is 3
NITROGLYCERIN (Glonoin, Trinitrin)
Product of the action of nitric acid on GLYCERIN. The remedy reduces arterial pressure at the same time dilating remarkably the capillary blood vessels. It is thus a remedy for chills and the inter nal congestions causing these, for angina pectoris, for cardiac failure (cautiously used) for some forms of asthma and dysmenorrhea, and in combination with digitalis as a rapidly acting stimulant. Dose, 0.0003 to 0.006 Grm. (1-200 to 1-10 gr.).3
Product of the action of nitric acid on GLYCERIN. The remedy reduces arterial pressure at the same time dilating remarkably the capillary blood vessels. It is thus a remedy for chills and the inter nal congestions causing these, for angina pectoris, for cardiac failure (cautiously used) for some forms of asthma and dysmenorrhea, and in combination with digitalis as a rapidly acting stimulant. Dose, 0.0003 to 0.006 Grm. (1-200 to 1-10 gr.).3
ZINC OXIDE
Tonic, antispasnmdic, astringent. Used internally as a nerve sedative in epilepsy, hysteria, chronic alcoholism, etc.; as a remedy of unquestioned value in colliquative sweats, also in diarrhea, par ticularly of dysenteric type. Its most important use, however. is as a soothing and protecting application, in form of an ointment, to burns, scalds, ulcers, wounds, fissures, moist eruptions of the skin, etc. Dose, 0.06 to 0.50 Grm. (1 to 8 grs.).3
Tonic, antispasnmdic, astringent. Used internally as a nerve sedative in epilepsy, hysteria, chronic alcoholism, etc.; as a remedy of unquestioned value in colliquative sweats, also in diarrhea, par ticularly of dysenteric type. Its most important use, however. is as a soothing and protecting application, in form of an ointment, to burns, scalds, ulcers, wounds, fissures, moist eruptions of the skin, etc. Dose, 0.06 to 0.50 Grm. (1 to 8 grs.).3
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
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ABORTION
Habitual abortion may be due to syphilis, to endo-metritis or uterine displacement. to undue... / ...ion seems imminent, keep the patient at rest and give an opiate (morphine hypodermatically or opium extract by injection or suppository). If these measures fail, an aseptic tampon must be introduced and fluid extract of ergot must be given, the after treatment consisting of antiseptic irrigation of ...3
Habitual abortion may be due to syphilis, to endo-metritis or uterine displacement. to undue... / ...ion seems imminent, keep the patient at rest and give an opiate (morphine hypodermatically or opium extract by injection or suppository). If these measures fail, an aseptic tampon must be introduced and fluid extract of ergot must be given, the after treatment consisting of antiseptic irrigation of ...3
ANEURISM
When accessible, treat by pressure and other surgical procedures. Rest in bed and freedom from excitement are essential in any case. The diet must be simple... / When accessible, treat by pressure and other surgical procedures. Rest in bed and freedom from excitement are essential in any case. The diet must be simple and not stimulating. Po... / ...chlorodyne. To favor formation of clots, gallic acid, calcium chloride, subcutaneous injections of steril ized gelatin solution or of iron salts.3
When accessible, treat by pressure and other surgical procedures. Rest in bed and freedom from excitement are essential in any case. The diet must be simple... / When accessible, treat by pressure and other surgical procedures. Rest in bed and freedom from excitement are essential in any case. The diet must be simple and not stimulating. Po... / ...chlorodyne. To favor formation of clots, gallic acid, calcium chloride, subcutaneous injections of steril ized gelatin solution or of iron salts.3
ANGINA PECTORIS
In intervals between attacks, prescribe a simple but nourishing diet with avoidance of all forms... / ...During at tack, amyl nitrite by inhalation, nitroglycerin in solution or hypoder matically; for more prolonged action, sodium nitrite. If blood pre - sure is not high, in place of the foregoing, alcoholic stimulants, Elixir Digitalin Compound, N., B. & Co. or compound spirit ether. Other remedies of...3
In intervals between attacks, prescribe a simple but nourishing diet with avoidance of all forms... / ...During at tack, amyl nitrite by inhalation, nitroglycerin in solution or hypoder matically; for more prolonged action, sodium nitrite. If blood pre - sure is not high, in place of the foregoing, alcoholic stimulants, Elixir Digitalin Compound, N., B. & Co. or compound spirit ether. Other remedies of...3
APOPLEXY, CEREBRAL
Blood pressure must be reduced by ve-nesection, if the case ad mits it, by action of a rapid purge of croton oil or elaterium or by arterial sedatives, (veratrum... / Blood pressure must be reduced by ve-nesection, if the case ad mits it, by action of a rapid purge of croton oil or elaterium or by arterial sedatives, (veratru... / ...in full doses. The paralysis is to be treated on general principles by massage, pas sive exercise, electricity, strychnine, the last to be used with due cau tion.3
Blood pressure must be reduced by ve-nesection, if the case ad mits it, by action of a rapid purge of croton oil or elaterium or by arterial sedatives, (veratrum... / Blood pressure must be reduced by ve-nesection, if the case ad mits it, by action of a rapid purge of croton oil or elaterium or by arterial sedatives, (veratru... / ...in full doses. The paralysis is to be treated on general principles by massage, pas sive exercise, electricity, strychnine, the last to be used with due cau tion.3
CHOLERA, ASIATIC
As prophylactic measures, avoid all uncooked foods, especiaHy water that has not been boiled; sulphuric acid lemonade. In early stage, camphor, salol and salophen;... / As prophylactic measures, avoid all uncooked foods, especiaHy water that has not been boiled; sulphuric acid lemonade. In early stage, camphor, salol and salophen; dilut... / ...calomel. In stage of collapse stimulants and hot baths or hot water bed; strychnine and atropine hypodermatically; subcutaneous injection of normal salt solution.3
As prophylactic measures, avoid all uncooked foods, especiaHy water that has not been boiled; sulphuric acid lemonade. In early stage, camphor, salol and salophen;... / As prophylactic measures, avoid all uncooked foods, especiaHy water that has not been boiled; sulphuric acid lemonade. In early stage, camphor, salol and salophen; dilut... / ...calomel. In stage of collapse stimulants and hot baths or hot water bed; strychnine and atropine hypodermatically; subcutaneous injection of normal salt solution.3
DEBILITY
Treatment varies with cause. Hematinic tonics are generally indicated. Eupeptic H ypop hosphites, Haemo-mangan with Arsenic, Elixir Iron, Quinine and Strychnine, Vitalic Hypophosphites, may be particularized. For remedies in sexual debility see Aphrodisiacs, but in most cases general roborant measures with moderation in sexual indul gence are all that is required.3
Treatment varies with cause. Hematinic tonics are generally indicated. Eupeptic H ypop hosphites, Haemo-mangan with Arsenic, Elixir Iron, Quinine and Strychnine, Vitalic Hypophosphites, may be particularized. For remedies in sexual debility see Aphrodisiacs, but in most cases general roborant measures with moderation in sexual indul gence are all that is required.3
ECZEMA
Improve general health of patient by hygienic measures. See that the diet is simple and substantial. Fats, salted meats, pastry and all indigestible... / Improve general health of patient by hygienic measures. See that the diet is simple and substantial. Fats, salted meats, pastry and all indigestible articles of food must be interdicted. See that the... / ...a dusting powder. Later, use more stimulating remedies—ointments of tar, resorcin, green soap, ichthyol, salicylic acid or oil of cade.3
Improve general health of patient by hygienic measures. See that the diet is simple and substantial. Fats, salted meats, pastry and all indigestible... / Improve general health of patient by hygienic measures. See that the diet is simple and substantial. Fats, salted meats, pastry and all indigestible articles of food must be interdicted. See that the... / ...a dusting powder. Later, use more stimulating remedies—ointments of tar, resorcin, green soap, ichthyol, salicylic acid or oil of cade.3
EPISTAXIS
In severe cases, surgical measures must be resorted to (plugging anterior and posterior nares). Styptic solutions (alum, tannin, vegetable astringents, Monsel’s solution, vinega......fluid extract ergot). The hot foot bath to draw the blood away from the head, cold wa ter to nape of neck, raising the hands high above the head, pressure on the facial artery are all measures to be borne in mind.3
In severe cases, surgical measures must be resorted to (plugging anterior and posterior nares). Styptic solutions (alum, tannin, vegetable astringents, Monsel’s solution, vinega......fluid extract ergot). The hot foot bath to draw the blood away from the head, cold wa ter to nape of neck, raising the hands high above the head, pressure on the facial artery are all measures to be borne in mind.3
FEVER
The remedies commonly resorted to include; 1st cardiac or ar terial sedatives, particularly... / ...tion of temperature, to be used always with due caution and wholly avoided in typhoid conditions, 3d applications of cold water which constitute a measure almost always serviceable, 4th sedatives and anodynes, which may well be combined with diaphoretics. These several classes of remedies must be su...3
The remedies commonly resorted to include; 1st cardiac or ar terial sedatives, particularly... / ...tion of temperature, to be used always with due caution and wholly avoided in typhoid conditions, 3d applications of cold water which constitute a measure almost always serviceable, 4th sedatives and anodynes, which may well be combined with diaphoretics. These several classes of remedies must be su...3
GASTRIC CATARRH
At first withhold all food, later give milk and lime water. Cleanse stomach of irritating... / ... subnitrate and cerium oxalate are useful. Later regulate diet carefully and prescribe as tonic a mixture containing columbo and sodium phosphate. Be sure that medicines do not irritate the stomach. For pain apply spice poultice or hot water bag. In Chronic Gastric Catarrh, lavage is the most import...3
At first withhold all food, later give milk and lime water. Cleanse stomach of irritating... / ... subnitrate and cerium oxalate are useful. Later regulate diet carefully and prescribe as tonic a mixture containing columbo and sodium phosphate. Be sure that medicines do not irritate the stomach. For pain apply spice poultice or hot water bag. In Chronic Gastric Catarrh, lavage is the most import...3
HEART DISEASE
In... / ...organic diseases of the heart. remedies must be adapted to symptoms presented. Digitalis and similar agents are to be used when increase of blood pressure is desired; strophanthus when increas ed pressure will do harm, while yet an arterial stimulant is needed; nitroglycerin to diminish arterial ten... / ...nux vomica and iron. In cardiac failure, use diffusible stimulants, ammonia, ether and alcohol.3
In... / ...organic diseases of the heart. remedies must be adapted to symptoms presented. Digitalis and similar agents are to be used when increase of blood pressure is desired; strophanthus when increas ed pressure will do harm, while yet an arterial stimulant is needed; nitroglycerin to diminish arterial ten... / ...nux vomica and iron. In cardiac failure, use diffusible stimulants, ammonia, ether and alcohol.3
NEPHRITIS, CHRONIC
Special care must be taken to avoid exposure to cold. Alcohol must be interdicted and the diet must be carefully regulated so as to throw as little burden as possible on the kidneys. Albumin may often be diminished by nitro-glycerine, sometimes by cantharides. As diuretics, digitalis, squill and calomel, digitalis and caffeine or juniper berries and potassium bitartrate have their uses.3
Special care must be taken to avoid exposure to cold. Alcohol must be interdicted and the diet must be carefully regulated so as to throw as little burden as possible on the kidneys. Albumin may often be diminished by nitro-glycerine, sometimes by cantharides. As diuretics, digitalis, squill and calomel, digitalis and caffeine or juniper berries and potassium bitartrate have their uses.3
NIPPLES. FISSURED
Solution of boric acid, 20 grs. to fl. oz., applied to nipple after nursing; glycerite of tannin; silver nitrate carefully applied; solu tion of cocaine, (4 grs. to fl. oz.) just before nursing when very painful (to be carefully washed off, of course, before the child is put to the breast); ichthyol ointment; cacao butter.3
Solution of boric acid, 20 grs. to fl. oz., applied to nipple after nursing; glycerite of tannin; silver nitrate carefully applied; solu tion of cocaine, (4 grs. to fl. oz.) just before nursing when very painful (to be carefully washed off, of course, before the child is put to the breast); ichthyol ointment; cacao butter.3
PNEUMONIA (Croupous.)
Only at the very outset are arterial sedatives useful, veratrum being best. When consolidation... / ...is is extreme; in halations of oxygen are also of great value in such cases. Combat untoward symptoms as they arise, relying chiefly on supportive measures and proper feeding. In the third stage prescribe expecto rants to aid in clearing the lungs, ammonium chloride being the most important, to be c...3
Only at the very outset are arterial sedatives useful, veratrum being best. When consolidation... / ...is is extreme; in halations of oxygen are also of great value in such cases. Combat untoward symptoms as they arise, relying chiefly on supportive measures and proper feeding. In the third stage prescribe expecto rants to aid in clearing the lungs, ammonium chloride being the most important, to be c...3
SCARLATINA
Some physicians prescribe as a specific remedy sodium salicylate (2 gr. doses every hour), others chloral (2 to 4 grs. every 2 to 4 hours). The usual... / ...ve oil containing a little carbolic acid, menthol or salicylic acid. Avoid anything likely to cause renal irri tation; particularly guard against exposure to cold during convales cence.3
Some physicians prescribe as a specific remedy sodium salicylate (2 gr. doses every hour), others chloral (2 to 4 grs. every 2 to 4 hours). The usual... / ...ve oil containing a little carbolic acid, menthol or salicylic acid. Avoid anything likely to cause renal irri tation; particularly guard against exposure to cold during convales cence.3
References
1) Bergner, Pal., Griswold, Alexandra F., Hufford, David J., et al. . Morton Grove, Il: Publications International, 2017.
2) Felter, Harvey Wickes, 1922, The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Cincinnati, Ohio.
3) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.
2) Felter, Harvey Wickes, 1922, The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Cincinnati, Ohio.
3) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.