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What is bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that can cause intense mood swings:
- Sometimes you may feel extremely "up," elated, irritable, or energized. This is called a manic episode.
- Other times you may feel "down," sad, indifferent, or hopeless. This is called a depressive episode.
- You may have both manic and depressive symptoms together. This is called a mixed episode.
Along with mood swings, bipolar disorder causes changes in behavior, energy levels, and activity levels.
Bipolar disorder used to be called other names, including manic depression and manic-depressive disorder.
What are the types of bipolar disorder?There are three main types of bipolar disorder:
- Bipolar I disorder involves manic episodes that last at least 7 days or manic symptoms so severe that you need immediate hospital care. Depressive episodes are also common. Those often last at least two weeks. This type of bipolar disorder can also involve mixed episodes.
- Bipolar II disorder involves depressive episodes. But instead of full-blown manic episodes, there are episodes of hypomania. Hypomania is a less severe version of mania.
- Cyclothymic disorder, or cyclothymia, also involves hypomanic and depressive symptoms. But they are not as intense or as long-lasting as hypomanic or depressive episodes. The symptoms usually last for at least two years in adults and for one year in children and teenagers.
With any of these types, having four or more episodes of mania or depression in a year is called "rapid cycling."
What causes bipolar disorder?The exact cause of bipolar disorder is unknown. Several factors likely play a role in the disorder. They include genetics, brain structure and function, and your environment.
Who is at risk for bipolar disorder?You are at higher risk for bipolar disorder if you have a close relative who has it. Going through trauma or stressful life events may raise this risk even more.
What are the symptoms of bipolar disorder?The symptoms of bipolar disorder can vary. But they involve mood swings known as mood episodes:
- The symptoms of a manic episode can include
- Feeling very up, high, or elated
- Feeling jumpy or wired, more active than usual
- Having a very short temper or seeming extremely irritable
- Having racing thoughts and talking very fast
- Needing less sleep
- Feeling like you are unusually important, talented, or powerful
- Do risky things that show poor judgment, such as eating and drinking too much, spending or giving away a lot of money, or having reckless sex
- The symptoms of a depressive episode can include
- Feeling very sad, hopeless, or worthless
- Feeling lonely or isolating yourself from others
- Talking very slowly, feeling like you have nothing to say, or forgetting a lot
- Having little energy
- Sleeping too much
- Eating too much or too little
- Lack of interest in your usual activities and being unable to do even simple things
- Thinking about death or suicide
- The symptoms of a mixed episode include both manic and depressive symptoms together. For example, you may feel very sad, empty, or hopeless, while at the same time feeling extremely energized.
Some people with bipolar disorder may have milder symptoms. For example, you may have hypomania instead of mania. With hypomania, you may feel very good and find that you can get a lot done. You may not feel like anything is wrong. But your family and friends may notice your mood swings and changes in activity levels. They may realize that your behavior is unusual for you. After the hypomania, you might have severe depression.
Your mood episodes may last a week or two or sometimes longer. During an episode, symptoms usually occur every day for most of the day.
How is bipolar disorder diagnosed?To diagnose bipolar disorder, your health care provider may use many tools:
- A physical exam
- A medical history, which will include asking about your symptoms, lifetime history, experiences, and family history
- Medical tests to rule out other conditions
- A mental health evaluation. Your provider may do the evaluation or may refer you to a mental health specialist to get one.
Treatment can help many people, including those with the most severe forms of bipolar disorder. The main treatments for bipolar disorder include medicines, psychotherapy, or both:
- Medicines can help control the symptoms of bipolar disorder. You may need to try several different medicines to find which one works best for you. Some people need to take more than one medicine. It's important to take your medicine consistently. Don't stop taking it without first talking with your provider. Contact your provider if you have any concerns about side effects from the medicines.
- Psychotherapy (talk therapy) can help you recognize and change troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. It can give you and your family support, education, skills, and coping strategies. There are several different types of psychotherapy that may help with bipolar disorder.
- Other treatment options include:
- Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), a brain stimulation procedure that can help relieve symptoms. It uses a mild electric current and is done while you are under general anesthesia. ECT is most often used for severe bipolar disorder that is not getting better with other treatments. It may also be used when someone needs a treatment that will work more quickly than medicines. This might be when a person has a high risk of suicide or is catatonic (unresponsive).
- Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a brain stimulation procedure that uses magnetic waves to relieve depression. It is not as powerful as ECT, but with rTMS, you don't need general anesthesia. It also has a low risk of negative effects on your memory and thinking.
- Light therapy has been shown to be effective for seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Many people with bipolar disorder also find that their depression gets worse during certain seasons, usually in the fall and winter. Light therapy may help with their symptoms.
- Healthy lifestyle changes, such as getting regular exercise, having a consistent sleep schedule, and keeping a mood journal, can also help with your symptoms.
Bipolar disorder is a lifelong illness. But long-term, ongoing treatment can help manage your symptoms and enable you to live a healthy, successful life.
NIH: National Institute of Mental Health
Very FDA Approved Drugs
BELBUCA [Buprenorphine HydrochlorideC29H41NO4ClH]
RX
- eq 0.075mg base (buccal film)
eq 0.15mg base (buccal film)
eq 0.3mg base (buccal film)
eq 0.45mg base (buccal film)
eq 0.6mg base (buccal film)
eq 0.75mg base (buccal film)
eq 0.9mg base (buccal film)
BdsiOct 23, 2015
- Management of pain severe enough to require daily, around-the-clock, long-term opioid treatment and for which alternative treatment options are inadequate..
- Treatement of pain by transmucosal delivery of buprenorphine.
ENTEREG [AlvimopanC25H32N2O42H2O]
RX
- 12mg (oral capsule)
Cubist PharmsMay 20, 2008
- A method of treating or preventing ileus.
- A method to accelerate the time to gastrointestinal recovery by administering about 12 mg of alvimopan to the patient from about 30 to 60 minutes prior to surgery.
- Accelerating the time to upper and lower gastrointestinal recovery following surgeries that include partial bowel resection with primary anastomosis.
- Treating a subject undergoing abdominal surgery by administering alvimopan to accelerate the time to upper and lower gastrointestinal recovery following surgeries that include partial bowel resection with primary anastomosis.
EVZIO [Naloxone HydrochlorideC19H21NO4ClH]
RX
- 0.4mg/0.4ml (0.4mg/0.4ml) (intramuscular, subcutaneous solution)
2mg/0.4ml (2mg/0.4ml) (intramuscular, subcutaneous solution)
Kaleo IncApr 3, 2014
- Use of a delivery device to administer a dose of naloxone.
- Use of an auto injector to administer naloxone hcl.
INOMAX [Nitric OxideNO]
RX
- 800ppm (inhalation gas)
Mallinckrodt HospDec 23, 1999
- A method of providing a predetermined concentration of nitric oxide to a patient.
- A method of providing nitric oxide therapy to a patient by compensating long-term sensitivity drift of electrochemical gas sensors used in systems for delivering therapeutic nitric oxide to a patient.
- A method of providing nitric oxide therapy to a patient by verifying gas information of nitric oxide prior to delivery to patient.
- A method of providing nitric oxide therapy to a patient.
- A method of purging a nitric oxide delivery system.
- A method of reducing the risk of pulmonary edema in patients in need of treatment with inhaled nitric oxide.
- A method of treating hypoxic respiratory failure by verifying gas information of nitric oxide prior to delivery to patient.
IONSYS [Fentanyl HydrochlorideC22H28N2OClH]
RX
- eq 40mcg base/activation (iontophoresis, transdermal system)
The Medicines CoMay 22, 2006
- Method for iontophoretic transdermal delivery of fentanyl hydrochloride.
IXEMPRA KIT [IxabepiloneC27H42N2O5S]
RX
- 15mg/vial (iv (infusion) injectable)
45mg/vial (iv (infusion) injectable)
R-pharm Us LlcOct 16, 2007
- A method of treating cancer in a patient comprising administering ixabepilone or pharmaceutical compositions comprising ixabepilone.
- Method of treating breast cancer by administering ixabepilone; a method of treating a cancer responsible to microtubule stabilization by administering ixabepilone.
- Method of treating cancer in a patient comprising intravenously administering to the patient ixabepilone diluted in a parenteral diluent.
- Method of treating cancer, iv admin, lyophylized ixabepilone diluted, every week or 3 weeks; lyophilized ixabepilone with solvent(dehydrated ethanol) diluted to concentration of 0.1mg/ml to 0.9mg/ml.
- Method of treating patient comprising mixing first and second vials of product comprising lyophilized ixabepilone to provide an epothilone analog solution, diluting solution with a suitable diluent to prepare intravenous formulation for pt.
- Use of ixabepilone in combination with capecitabine in treatment of metastasis breast cancer.
NEUPRO [RotigotineC19H25NOS]
RX
- 1mg/24hr (transdermal film, extended release)
2mg/24hr (transdermal film, extended release)
3mg/24hr (transdermal film, extended release)
4mg/24hr (transdermal film, extended release)
6mg/24hr (transdermal film, extended release)
8mg/24hr (transdermal film, extended release)
Ucb IncApr 2, 2012
- A method for the treatment of a patient suffering from a disease treatable with rotigotine, comprising applying the claimed transdermal delivery system (tds) to the skin of the patient.
- Treatment of restless legs syndrome by application of claimed transdermal delivery system.
- Treatment of signs and symptoms of parkinson's disease by application of claimed transdermal system.
ONZETRA XSAIL [Sumatriptan SuccinateC14H21N3O2SC4H6O4]
RX
- eq 11mg base (inhalation powder)
Avanir PharmsJan 27, 2016
- Acute treatment of migraine by delivering a powdered substance comprising sumatriptan via a breath-powered delivery device.
- Acute treatment of migraine.
- Method of drug delivery via the nasal cavity.
- Treatment of migraine via delivery of sumatriptan via the nasal cavity.
VOGELXO [TestosteroneC19H28O2]
RX
- 12.5mg/1.25gm actuation (transdermal gel, metered)
50mg/5gm packet (transdermal gel)
Upsher-smith LabsJun 4, 2014
- Method for transdermal delivery of testosterone.
ZINGO [Lidocaine HydrochlorideC14H22N2OClHH2O]
RX
- 0.5mg (intradermal system)
Powder PharmsAug 16, 2007
- Zingo intradermal injection system is a drug delivery system that is capable of delivering fine dry powdered lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate for local anesthetic action.
- Zingo is a powder intradermal system that is capable of delivering fine dry powdered lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate for local anesthetic action.
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STAINED TEETH
Make a paste from crushed strawberries, baking soda, and a little water. Apply onto teeth and polish using a soft bristled toothbrush. Limit use to every 3 or 4 months.
Mechanism - astringent malic acidLock | November 5th, 2017
Make a paste from crushed strawberries, baking soda, and a little water. Apply onto teeth and polish using a soft bristled toothbrush. Limit use to every 3 or 4 months.
Mechanism - astringent malic acidLock | November 5th, 2017
MENSTRUAL CRAMPS
Take a 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of Cramp Bark (Viburnum Opuius) tincture every 2 hours as needed.TimmyStymn | November 5th, 2017
Take a 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of Cramp Bark (Viburnum Opuius) tincture every 2 hours as needed.TimmyStymn | November 5th, 2017
CHILD SKIN INFECTION [impetigo]
Goldseal (Hydrastis canadensis), Oregon grape root (Mahonia aquifolium) and barberry (Berberis vulgaris) contain an antimicrobial that can impede the growth of Staphylococcus and Streptococcus. Create a tea using 1/2 ounce of root bark in 1 pint of water. Simmer for 20 minutes after initial boil. Let cool. Apply to infected area every 2 hours.
Mechanism - berberineMaryFreeman | August 12th, 2020
Goldseal (Hydrastis canadensis), Oregon grape root (Mahonia aquifolium) and barberry (Berberis vulgaris) contain an antimicrobial that can impede the growth of Staphylococcus and Streptococcus. Create a tea using 1/2 ounce of root bark in 1 pint of water. Simmer for 20 minutes after initial boil. Let cool. Apply to infected area every 2 hours.
Mechanism - berberineMaryFreeman | August 12th, 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 Very
ACONITUM NEPALLUS
...iluted, and then with the greatest of caution. Aconitine is soluble in alcohol, ether, and benzene; very slightly in water. Other constituents of Aconite are aconine and benzaconine, both alkaloids; t......stration: Rx Specific Medicine Aconite 1-10 drops: Water 4 fluidounces . Mix. Sig. One teaspoonful every one-half (1/2) to two (2) hours.) 2. Tinctura Aconiti, Tincture of Aconite (10 per cent aconite...2
...iluted, and then with the greatest of caution. Aconitine is soluble in alcohol, ether, and benzene; very slightly in water. Other constituents of Aconite are aconine and benzaconine, both alkaloids; t......stration: Rx Specific Medicine Aconite 1-10 drops: Water 4 fluidounces . Mix. Sig. One teaspoonful every one-half (1/2) to two (2) hours.) 2. Tinctura Aconiti, Tincture of Aconite (10 per cent aconite...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... / ...istration: Rx. Specific Medicine Actaea, 20 drops. Water, 4 fluidounces. Mix. Sig. One teaspoonful every 1 to 3 hours.) Specific Indications.Atony dependent upon nervous derangements from reproducti... / ...arising from derangement of the reproductive organs. Like cimicifuga it is useful in atonic indigestion of the nervous dyspepsia type. 2
The rhizome and rootlets of Actaea alba, Bigelow (Nat. Ord. Ranunculaceae). A perennial of the United States east of the Mississippi, abounding in... / ...istration: Rx. Specific Medicine Actaea, 20 drops. Water, 4 fluidounces. Mix. Sig. One teaspoonful every 1 to 3 hours.) Specific Indications.Atony dependent upon nervous derangements from reproducti... / ...arising from derangement of the reproductive organs. Like cimicifuga it is useful in atonic indigestion of the nervous dyspepsia type. 2
ALLIUM CEPA
The fresh bulb of Allium Cepa, Linné (Nat. Ord. Liliaceae). Common in cultivation everywhere. Common Name: Onion. Principal Constituent.A colorless oil, composed chiefly of a sulphu......mulant, expectorant, and diuretic. A syrup of onion, prepared by drawing the juice with sugar, is a very effectual expectorant cough medicine for infants, young children, and old persons. If given in ...... cough medicine for infants, young children, and old persons. If given in moderate quantities it is very soothing; if too freely administered it may cause nausea and disorder digestion. It, together w...2
The fresh bulb of Allium Cepa, Linné (Nat. Ord. Liliaceae). Common in cultivation everywhere. Common Name: Onion. Principal Constituent.A colorless oil, composed chiefly of a sulphu......mulant, expectorant, and diuretic. A syrup of onion, prepared by drawing the juice with sugar, is a very effectual expectorant cough medicine for infants, young children, and old persons. If given in ...... cough medicine for infants, young children, and old persons. If given in moderate quantities it is very soothing; if too freely administered it may cause nausea and disorder digestion. It, together w...2
ALOEALOE
...rincipal Constituents.-Aloin (C14H10). resin, and volatile oil. Preparations.-(1) Aloinum, Aloin (a very bitter, yellow-to-dark-yellow, finelycrystalline powder, soluble in water, slightly in ether). ......It has the effect of restraining the constipating action of the chalybeate. Aloes and iron are both very useful in delicate women who are subject to amenorrhoea or menorrhagia, with pelvic and intesti......improve conditions, but it should never be given when there is active hemorrhoidal inflammation. In very small doses aloin is useful in rectal prolapsus, due to pelvic debility and general ill-health....2
...rincipal Constituents.-Aloin (C14H10). resin, and volatile oil. Preparations.-(1) Aloinum, Aloin (a very bitter, yellow-to-dark-yellow, finelycrystalline powder, soluble in water, slightly in ether). ......It has the effect of restraining the constipating action of the chalybeate. Aloes and iron are both very useful in delicate women who are subject to amenorrhoea or menorrhagia, with pelvic and intesti......improve conditions, but it should never be given when there is active hemorrhoidal inflammation. In very small doses aloin is useful in rectal prolapsus, due to pelvic debility and general ill-health....2
AMYGDALUS PERSICA
The leaves... / ... bark of the twigs of Amygdalus Persica, Linné (Nat. Ord. Rosaceae). Native to Persia. Cultivated everywhere. Common Name: Peach tree. Principal Constituents.The glucosid amygdalin, which in the pr... / ...It is of less value for cough than wild cherry or hydrocyanic acid. For the latter the infusion or the specific medicine may be used. 2
The leaves... / ... bark of the twigs of Amygdalus Persica, Linné (Nat. Ord. Rosaceae). Native to Persia. Cultivated everywhere. Common Name: Peach tree. Principal Constituents.The glucosid amygdalin, which in the pr... / ...It is of less value for cough than wild cherry or hydrocyanic acid. For the latter the infusion or the specific medicine may be used. 2
APOCYNUM CANNABINUM
...pecific Medicine Apocynum, 10 drops to 1 fluidrachm; Water, four ounces; Mix. Sig. One teaspoonful every 1 to 3 hours. 2. Decoctum Apocyni, Decoction of Apocynum (root 1 ounce to Water, 16 ounces). Do......sions without resorting to cathartic doses. Consequently it finds little use as a cathartic, except very rarely as recommended by Goss, for the removal of ascarides. To use apocynum intelligently and ...2
...pecific Medicine Apocynum, 10 drops to 1 fluidrachm; Water, four ounces; Mix. Sig. One teaspoonful every 1 to 3 hours. 2. Decoctum Apocyni, Decoction of Apocynum (root 1 ounce to Water, 16 ounces). Do......sions without resorting to cathartic doses. Consequently it finds little use as a cathartic, except very rarely as recommended by Goss, for the removal of ascarides. To use apocynum intelligently and ...2
ARALIA RACEMOSA
The root of Aralia racemosa, Linné (Nat. Ord. Araliaceae). Found in rich woodlands and rocky situations in the eastern half of the United... / ...cretions. The syrup is a really valuable cough remedy in greatly debilitated subjects. When used in very small amounts the specific medicine is an agreeable flavor for syrupy cough mixtures. A number ...2
The root of Aralia racemosa, Linné (Nat. Ord. Araliaceae). Found in rich woodlands and rocky situations in the eastern half of the United... / ...cretions. The syrup is a really valuable cough remedy in greatly debilitated subjects. When used in very small amounts the specific medicine is an agreeable flavor for syrupy cough mixtures. A number ...2
ARISÆMA TRIPHYLLUM
The fresh corm of Arisaema triphyllum, Torre (Nat. Ord. Araceae). Common in damp woods and wet situations in North and South merica. Common Names:... / ...n ichorous discharge from the nose. A strong tincture of the fresh corm may be given in drop doses every half to one hour, and a throat wash of one drachm of the tincture to a half glass of water may ...2
The fresh corm of Arisaema triphyllum, Torre (Nat. Ord. Araceae). Common in damp woods and wet situations in North and South merica. Common Names:... / ...n ichorous discharge from the nose. A strong tincture of the fresh corm may be given in drop doses every half to one hour, and a throat wash of one drachm of the tincture to a half glass of water may ...2
ASAFOETIDA (Ferula fetida)
A gum-resin derived from the rhizome and rootlets of Ferula Asafetida, Linné; Ferula foetida, Regel, and other species of Ferula (Nat. Ord.... / ...it may cause dizziness and headache. Therapy.Asafetida is carminative and antispasmodic, and is a very useful nervine for functional spasmodic affections. It is especially adapted to neurotic indivi... / ...or tardy or imperfect menstruation. Asafetida is contraindicated by inflammation. It may be given in emulsion, tincture, or pill or capsule. 2
A gum-resin derived from the rhizome and rootlets of Ferula Asafetida, Linné; Ferula foetida, Regel, and other species of Ferula (Nat. Ord.... / ...it may cause dizziness and headache. Therapy.Asafetida is carminative and antispasmodic, and is a very useful nervine for functional spasmodic affections. It is especially adapted to neurotic indivi... / ...or tardy or imperfect menstruation. Asafetida is contraindicated by inflammation. It may be given in emulsion, tincture, or pill or capsule. 2
ASARUM CANDENSE
... Dose, ad libitum. 3. Syrupus Asari, Syrup of Asarum. Dose, 1-2 fluidrachms. Action and Therapy.A very pleasant stimulating carminative, diaphoretic and emmenagogue, of considerable value in amenorr...... amenorrhea from recent colds, in atonic dysmenorrhea, and in flatulent colic. A warm infusion is a very good diaphoretic with which to break up a cold. Asarum may be added to cough mixtures, and ......ic with which to break up a cold. Asarum may be added to cough mixtures, and with syrup forms a very agreeable vehicle for the administration of pectoral medicines to be used in the chronic coughs...2
... Dose, ad libitum. 3. Syrupus Asari, Syrup of Asarum. Dose, 1-2 fluidrachms. Action and Therapy.A very pleasant stimulating carminative, diaphoretic and emmenagogue, of considerable value in amenorr...... amenorrhea from recent colds, in atonic dysmenorrhea, and in flatulent colic. A warm infusion is a very good diaphoretic with which to break up a cold. Asarum may be added to cough mixtures, and ......ic with which to break up a cold. Asarum may be added to cough mixtures, and with syrup forms a very agreeable vehicle for the administration of pectoral medicines to be used in the chronic coughs...2
ASCLEPIAS TUBEROSA
... Specific Medicine Asclepias, 20 drops to 2 fluidrachms; Water, 4 ounce. Mix. Sig. One teaspoonful every 1 or 2 hours.) Specific Indications. Pulse strong, vibratile; skin moist; pain acute, and s......leurisy root in pleuritic and other chest affections. With the conditions named asclepias is of the very greatest value in acute coryza, la grippe, acute bronchitis, pleuro-pneumonia, and pneumonia, b...2
... Specific Medicine Asclepias, 20 drops to 2 fluidrachms; Water, 4 ounce. Mix. Sig. One teaspoonful every 1 or 2 hours.) Specific Indications. Pulse strong, vibratile; skin moist; pain acute, and s......leurisy root in pleuritic and other chest affections. With the conditions named asclepias is of the very greatest value in acute coryza, la grippe, acute bronchitis, pleuro-pneumonia, and pneumonia, b...2
AVENA SATIVA
The unripe seed of the Avena sativa, Linné, and the farina derived from the ripened seed (Nat.... / ...d. Graminaceae). Probably indigenous to Sicily and to an island off the coast of Chili. Cultivated everywhere. Common Names: Oat, Common Oat. Principal Constituents.Starch, oil, albumen, potassium a... / ...off the habit has not been sustained. In our own experience we have utterly failed to accomplish any good with it in any form of drug habit. 2
The unripe seed of the Avena sativa, Linné, and the farina derived from the ripened seed (Nat.... / ...d. Graminaceae). Probably indigenous to Sicily and to an island off the coast of Chili. Cultivated everywhere. Common Names: Oat, Common Oat. Principal Constituents.Starch, oil, albumen, potassium a... / ...off the habit has not been sustained. In our own experience we have utterly failed to accomplish any good with it in any form of drug habit. 2
BAPTISIA
...dministration: Rx Specific Medicine Baptisia, 20 drops Water, 4 fluidounces. Sig.: One teaspoonful every 1 to 2 hours. Specific Indications.Fullness of tissue, with dusky, leaden, purplish or livid ......e most important indication for the drug, is the tendency to disintegration of tissues. Baptisia is very valuable in putrid ulcerations of the nasal passagesin fetid catarrh, ozaena, and similar dis...2
...dministration: Rx Specific Medicine Baptisia, 20 drops Water, 4 fluidounces. Sig.: One teaspoonful every 1 to 2 hours. Specific Indications.Fullness of tissue, with dusky, leaden, purplish or livid ......e most important indication for the drug, is the tendency to disintegration of tissues. Baptisia is very valuable in putrid ulcerations of the nasal passagesin fetid catarrh, ozaena, and similar dis...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... / ...on: Rx Specific Medicine Belladonna, 5- 10 drops; Water, 4 fluidounces. Mix. Sig.: One teaspoonful every 1 to 3 hours. 2. Unguentum Belladonnae. Ointment of Belladonna. (This is prepared from the Extr...2
The (1) dried root and the (2) dried leaves and tops of Atropa Belladonna, Linné (Nat. Ord. Solanaceae). Europe and Central Asia; also... / ...on: Rx Specific Medicine Belladonna, 5- 10 drops; Water, 4 fluidounces. Mix. Sig.: One teaspoonful every 1 to 3 hours. 2. Unguentum Belladonnae. Ointment of Belladonna. (This is prepared from the Extr...2
BERBERIS (Mahonia) AQUIFOLIUM
The root of Berberis aquifolium, Pursh (Nat. Ord. Berberidaceae). Western United States from Colorado to the Pacific coast; cultivated also for ornament among shrubbery. Common Names:... / ...ersistent use. The specific medicine should be given in doses of from 10 to 20 drops well diluted, every 3 or 4 hours.2
The root of Berberis aquifolium, Pursh (Nat. Ord. Berberidaceae). Western United States from Colorado to the Pacific coast; cultivated also for ornament among shrubbery. Common Names:... / ...ersistent use. The specific medicine should be given in doses of from 10 to 20 drops well diluted, every 3 or 4 hours.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.
Physician's Materia Medica on Very
ACID VALERIANIC AND VALERIANATES
Compounds of Valerianic Acid produce a quieting effect in hysterical conditions and are prescribed usually with reference to that effect. The uncombined acid is never used. a. Ammonium Valerianate. This is the salt of Valerianic Acid most frequently prescribed. It is useful innervous headaches, hysteria and the nervousness connected with pregnancy or the meno pause. Very commonly combined with bromides. Dose, 0.12 to 0.6 (2 to 10 grs.). b. Ferric Valerianate. Prescribed commonly in combination w3
Compounds of Valerianic Acid produce a quieting effect in hysterical conditions and are prescribed usually with reference to that effect. The uncombined acid is never used. a. Ammonium Valerianate. This is the salt of Valerianic Acid most frequently prescribed. It is useful innervous headaches, hysteria and the nervousness connected with pregnancy or the meno pause. Very commonly combined with bromides. Dose, 0.12 to 0.6 (2 to 10 grs.). b. Ferric Valerianate. Prescribed commonly in combination w3
ALMOND
The seed of PRUNUs AMYGDALUs, Baill; The bitter variety is powerfully sedative by reason of the hydrocyanic acid (q. v.) and volatile oil which it potentially contains. The volatile oil is .used as a flavoring agent, and medicinally as a sedative in cough mixtures, but is of very uncertain composition. It is prescribed in doses of 0.015 to 0.06 c. c. (% to 1 IW,. The fixed oil is emollient and is the princi pal constituent of cold cream.3
The seed of PRUNUs AMYGDALUs, Baill; The bitter variety is powerfully sedative by reason of the hydrocyanic acid (q. v.) and volatile oil which it potentially contains. The volatile oil is .used as a flavoring agent, and medicinally as a sedative in cough mixtures, but is of very uncertain composition. It is prescribed in doses of 0.015 to 0.06 c. c. (% to 1 IW,. The fixed oil is emollient and is the princi pal constituent of cold cream.3
ALUM [Aluminium and Potassium Sulphate]
A powerful astringent. Internally used as an emetic (especially in croup), also in lead colic. Locally used as a hemostatic or an as tringent wash or gargle. Dose as emetic, 4 to 8 Grm. (60 to 120 grs.); in lead colic, 1 to 3 Grru. (15 to 45 grs.) every 4 hours, in dilute solution.3
A powerful astringent. Internally used as an emetic (especially in croup), also in lead colic. Locally used as a hemostatic or an as tringent wash or gargle. Dose as emetic, 4 to 8 Grm. (60 to 120 grs.); in lead colic, 1 to 3 Grru. (15 to 45 grs.) every 4 hours, in dilute solution.3
AMMONIUM CARBONATE
An active cardiac and general stimulant; antacid. Valuable in adynamic fevers, in capillary bronchitis and in some forms of dyspep sia. Dose, as expectorant, 0.13 to 0.20 Grm. (2 to 3 grs.); as stimulant 0.3 to0.6 Grm. (5 to 10 grs.), repeated every hour.3
An active cardiac and general stimulant; antacid. Valuable in adynamic fevers, in capillary bronchitis and in some forms of dyspep sia. Dose, as expectorant, 0.13 to 0.20 Grm. (2 to 3 grs.); as stimulant 0.3 to0.6 Grm. (5 to 10 grs.), repeated every hour.3
BLACKBERRY (Rubus)RUBUS
The bark of the root of RUBUs VILLOSUS, Ait. and other allied species of Rubus. A mild but eflicient astringent. Very useful in diarrheas, passive fluxes and as a topical remedy in relaxed condi tions generally.3
The bark of the root of RUBUs VILLOSUS, Ait. and other allied species of Rubus. A mild but eflicient astringent. Very useful in diarrheas, passive fluxes and as a topical remedy in relaxed condi tions generally.3
BROMOFORM BRONCHIAL ANODYNE
Each fluidrachm contains; Bromoform, 1 drop; Ipecac, 1-16 gr.; Ammonium Bromide, 3 grs.; Benzoin, % gr. A bronchial sedative particularly adapted to the requirements of children; especially eflicacious in infantile croup (not membranous) and in whooping cough. Although intended particularly for children, it will be found useful also in relieving troublesome irritative and spasmodic cough in adults. Dose for a child ten years old, 4 c. c. (a fluidrachm), to be repeated every two hours. In whoopin3
Each fluidrachm contains; Bromoform, 1 drop; Ipecac, 1-16 gr.; Ammonium Bromide, 3 grs.; Benzoin, % gr. A bronchial sedative particularly adapted to the requirements of children; especially eflicacious in infantile croup (not membranous) and in whooping cough. Although intended particularly for children, it will be found useful also in relieving troublesome irritative and spasmodic cough in adults. Dose for a child ten years old, 4 c. c. (a fluidrachm), to be repeated every two hours. In whoopin3
ELIXIR DIGITALIN COMPOUND
Each fluidrachm contains; Digitalin (German), 1-100 gr.; Strych nine Sulphate, 1-50 gr.; Nitroglycerin, 1-100 gr. A most energetic stimulant, very prompt in action, especially useful in the treatment of surgical shock or collapse and in the cardiac depression following fever. The liquid preparation is commonly to be preferred to tab lets, and ought to be in the pocket medicine case of every physician. Ordinary dose 4 c. c. (1 fluidrachm).3
Each fluidrachm contains; Digitalin (German), 1-100 gr.; Strych nine Sulphate, 1-50 gr.; Nitroglycerin, 1-100 gr. A most energetic stimulant, very prompt in action, especially useful in the treatment of surgical shock or collapse and in the cardiac depression following fever. The liquid preparation is commonly to be preferred to tab lets, and ought to be in the pocket medicine case of every physician. Ordinary dose 4 c. c. (1 fluidrachm).3
CALLS (Nutgalls)
An excrescence on QUERCUS LUSITANICA, Lam., caused by the puncture for the purpose of depositing its ova of an insect. A power ful astringent, very rich in tannin (gallo-tannic acid). Used chiefly for its local astringent action, e. g. as a gargle in relaxed conditions of the throat, as an ointment for relief of hemorrhoids, 'etc.3
An excrescence on QUERCUS LUSITANICA, Lam., caused by the puncture for the purpose of depositing its ova of an insect. A power ful astringent, very rich in tannin (gallo-tannic acid). Used chiefly for its local astringent action, e. g. as a gargle in relaxed conditions of the throat, as an ointment for relief of hemorrhoids, 'etc.3
LETTUCE CALMATIVE
A non-narcotic soothing syrup for infants. Each fluidrachm rep resents; Wild Lettuce, 5 grs.; Caraway seed, 2 grs.; Catnep, 4... / ...; Lupulin, % gr.; Fennel seed, 3 grs. The uses of such a a preparation as this must be apparent to every physician. It may be made more effective sometimes by add‘ ing to it a little Pepsin (1-10 to...3
A non-narcotic soothing syrup for infants. Each fluidrachm rep resents; Wild Lettuce, 5 grs.; Caraway seed, 2 grs.; Catnep, 4... / ...; Lupulin, % gr.; Fennel seed, 3 grs. The uses of such a a preparation as this must be apparent to every physician. It may be made more effective sometimes by add‘ ing to it a little Pepsin (1-10 to...3
MORPHINE
Alkaloid obtained from OPIUM, q. v. Anodyne, hypnotic, nar cotic. Used especially to combat pain, and to reinforce certain dia phoretics, particularly Ipecac. The several salts differ very little in their therapeutic action. Dose, 0.0015 to 0.02 Grm. (1-40 to 1-3 gr.).3
Alkaloid obtained from OPIUM, q. v. Anodyne, hypnotic, nar cotic. Used especially to combat pain, and to reinforce certain dia phoretics, particularly Ipecac. The several salts differ very little in their therapeutic action. Dose, 0.0015 to 0.02 Grm. (1-40 to 1-3 gr.).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.
Physician's Therapeutics Memoranda on Very
BILIOUSNESS
When “bilious” attack is threatened give mercurous iodide, 1 gr. or calomel 2 to 5 grs. (or % gr. every 15 minutes... / When “bilious” attack is threatened give mercurous iodide, 1 gr. or calomel 2 to 5 grs. (or % gr. every 15 minutes till six doses are taken), followed in four hours by a saline (effervescing granules mag nesia citrated). Often an emetic is the most ... / ...especially horseback riding.3
When “bilious” attack is threatened give mercurous iodide, 1 gr. or calomel 2 to 5 grs. (or % gr. every 15 minutes... / When “bilious” attack is threatened give mercurous iodide, 1 gr. or calomel 2 to 5 grs. (or % gr. every 15 minutes till six doses are taken), followed in four hours by a saline (effervescing granules mag nesia citrated). Often an emetic is the most ... / ...especially horseback riding.3
BRONCHITIS
In the incipient stage, quinine with a little Dover powder and a laxative may ward off the attack. If... / ...ough. As case progresses, use terpin hydrate or terebene, oil oi sandalwood, eucalyptol and similar remedies. Eucalyptol in spray or by inhalation is very eflicient. When there is hypersecretion, avoid ammonium chloride and use belladonna, strychnine and counter-irritation.3
In the incipient stage, quinine with a little Dover powder and a laxative may ward off the attack. If... / ...ough. As case progresses, use terpin hydrate or terebene, oil oi sandalwood, eucalyptol and similar remedies. Eucalyptol in spray or by inhalation is very eflicient. When there is hypersecretion, avoid ammonium chloride and use belladonna, strychnine and counter-irritation.3
CHOLERA, ASIATIC
As prophylactic measures, avoid all uncooked foods, especiaHy water that has not been boiled;... / ...ns of a solution of common salt, 1 drachm to the pint. To relieve pain, chlorodyne; morphine only in urgent cases. An old plan of treatment which was very successful was with heroic doses of calomel. In stage of collapse stimulants and hot baths or hot water bed; strychnine and atropine hypodermatic...3
As prophylactic measures, avoid all uncooked foods, especiaHy water that has not been boiled;... / ...ns of a solution of common salt, 1 drachm to the pint. To relieve pain, chlorodyne; morphine only in urgent cases. An old plan of treatment which was very successful was with heroic doses of calomel. In stage of collapse stimulants and hot baths or hot water bed; strychnine and atropine hypodermatic...3
DIPHTHERIA AND MEMBRANOUS CROUP
Isolate the patient and watch carefully all children who may have been exposed. In every case use Diphtheria Antitoxin if at hand... / Isolate the patient and watch carefully all children who may have been exposed. In every case use Diphtheria Antitoxin if at hand and use it promptly. As local application, peroxide of hydrogen is most satisfactory. Loefl1er’s solut... / ...must be maintained by fluid or semifluid nourishing food such as peptonized milk (given per rectum if swallowing is im possible).3
Isolate the patient and watch carefully all children who may have been exposed. In every case use Diphtheria Antitoxin if at hand... / Isolate the patient and watch carefully all children who may have been exposed. In every case use Diphtheria Antitoxin if at hand and use it promptly. As local application, peroxide of hydrogen is most satisfactory. Loefl1er’s solut... / ...must be maintained by fluid or semifluid nourishing food such as peptonized milk (given per rectum if swallowing is im possible).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
PARTURITION
To overcome uterine inertia, kola is of value; to delay parturition, morphine and bromides; to relax os uteri, chloral and morphine; to hasten delivery, ergot; for post partum hemorrhage, mechanical stimulation of the uterus to cause contraction, ergot; as anesthetic, chloroform or ethyl bromide.3
To overcome uterine inertia, kola is of value; to delay parturition, morphine and bromides; to relax os uteri, chloral and morphine; to hasten delivery, ergot; for post partum hemorrhage, mechanical stimulation of the uterus to cause contraction, ergot; as anesthetic, chloroform or ethyl bromide.3
PNEUMONIA (Croupous.)
Only at the very outset are arterial sedatives useful, veratrum being best. When consolidation has begun, pyrexia is to be combat ed by cold sponging, while the... / Only at the very outset are arterial sedatives useful, veratrum being best. When consolidation has begun, pyrexia is to be combat ed by cold sponging, while the a...3
Only at the very outset are arterial sedatives useful, veratrum being best. When consolidation has begun, pyrexia is to be combat ed by cold sponging, while the... / Only at the very outset are arterial sedatives useful, veratrum being best. When consolidation has begun, pyrexia is to be combat ed by cold sponging, while the a...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... / 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 treatment is by diaphoretic and diuretic refrigerants. potassium citrate with s... / ...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... / 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 treatment is by diaphoretic and diuretic refrigerants. potassium citrate with s... / ...salicylic acid. Avoid anything likely to cause renal irri tation; particularly guard against exposure to cold during convales cence.3
VOMITING
If due to fermentation of food. regulate the diet and prescribe gastric antiseptics, or lavage.... / ...ll doses (for its local stimulating action); nux vomica, arsenic (Fowler’s solution). Counter irrita tion by mustard leaves over the epigastrium is very serviceable. When the vomiting is centric, acetanilid in grain doses is an eficient remedy; potassium bromide, per rectum, may be given. In the v...3
If due to fermentation of food. regulate the diet and prescribe gastric antiseptics, or lavage.... / ...ll doses (for its local stimulating action); nux vomica, arsenic (Fowler’s solution). Counter irrita tion by mustard leaves over the epigastrium is very serviceable. When the vomiting is centric, acetanilid in grain doses is an eficient remedy; potassium bromide, per rectum, may be given. In the v...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.