WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only.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 Gentian
AURANTII AMARI CORTEX
The dried rind of the fruit of Citrus Aurantium amara, Linné (Nat. Ord. Rutaceae). Dose, 5 to 30 grains. Common Names: Bitter Orange Peel (of Bitter Orange, Bigarade Orange,... / ...agent. This preparation is contained in both Compound Tincture of Cinchona and Compound Tincture of Gentian. 1
The dried rind of the fruit of Citrus Aurantium amara, Linné (Nat. Ord. Rutaceae). Dose, 5 to 30 grains. Common Names: Bitter Orange Peel (of Bitter Orange, Bigarade Orange,... / ...agent. This preparation is contained in both Compound Tincture of Cinchona and Compound Tincture of Gentian. 1
COPTIS
The rhizome and rootlets of Coptis trifolia, Salisbury. (Nat. Ord. Berberidaceae.) A plant of dark, cold swamps and sphagnous woods, found in... / ...ptis is a pure bitter and one that ought to be more generally used. It ranks with quassia, calumba, gentian, and similar agents in efficiency and may be used for many of the purposes for which hydras... / ...Coptis is a good stimulant for atonic indigestion and dyspepsia, with deficiency in the normal flow of the peptic juices.1
The rhizome and rootlets of Coptis trifolia, Salisbury. (Nat. Ord. Berberidaceae.) A plant of dark, cold swamps and sphagnous woods, found in... / ...ptis is a pure bitter and one that ought to be more generally used. It ranks with quassia, calumba, gentian, and similar agents in efficiency and may be used for many of the purposes for which hydras... / ...Coptis is a good stimulant for atonic indigestion and dyspepsia, with deficiency in the normal flow of the peptic juices.1
FRASERA
The dried root of Frasera carolinensis, Walter (Nat. Ord. Gentianaceae). A striking plant found in the Middle and Southern States, west of the Alleghenies. Dose, 5 to... / The dried root of Frasera carolinensis, Walter (Nat. Ord. Gentianaceae). A striking plant found in the Middle and Southern States, west of the Alleghenies. Do... / ...simple bitters, it may be of some value in chronic catarrhal dyspepsia. From 5 to 60 drops of Specific Medicine Frasera, well diluted, may be given every four hours.1
The dried root of Frasera carolinensis, Walter (Nat. Ord. Gentianaceae). A striking plant found in the Middle and Southern States, west of the Alleghenies. Dose, 5 to... / The dried root of Frasera carolinensis, Walter (Nat. Ord. Gentianaceae). A striking plant found in the Middle and Southern States, west of the Alleghenies. Do... / ...simple bitters, it may be of some value in chronic catarrhal dyspepsia. From 5 to 60 drops of Specific Medicine Frasera, well diluted, may be given every four hours.1
GENTIANAGEBI5
The dried rhizome and roots of Gentiana lutea, Linné (Nat. Ord. Gentianaceae.) Common in the mountainous regions of southern and c......mon in the mountainous regions of southern and central Europe. Dose, 10 to 30 grains. Common Names: Gentian, Gentian Root. Principal Constituents.Gentiopicrin, an active, bitter glucoside, associate......nin is present but a coloring matter which is darkened by iron compounds. Preparations,1. Infusum Gentianae, Infusion of Gentian. Dose, 1 fluidrachm to 1 fluidounce. 2. Specific Medicine Gentiana. D...1
The dried rhizome and roots of Gentiana lutea, Linné (Nat. Ord. Gentianaceae.) Common in the mountainous regions of southern and c......mon in the mountainous regions of southern and central Europe. Dose, 10 to 30 grains. Common Names: Gentian, Gentian Root. Principal Constituents.Gentiopicrin, an active, bitter glucoside, associate......nin is present but a coloring matter which is darkened by iron compounds. Preparations,1. Infusum Gentianae, Infusion of Gentian. Dose, 1 fluidrachm to 1 fluidounce. 2. Specific Medicine Gentiana. D...1
MYRRHA (Commiphora spp.)
The gum-resin obtained from one or more varieties of Commiphora (Nat. Ord. Burseraceae). Region of Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea, Africa, and... / ... frequent mucous stools accompanied by flatulence. It acts well with the simple bitters, especially gentian. Myrrh is probably emmenagogue, though much of its reputation as such has been acquired in a... / ...Ferri Composita) for the amenorrhea of chlorosis and other forms of anemia; and of the Compound Pills of Rhubarb (Pilulae Rhei Compositae).1
The gum-resin obtained from one or more varieties of Commiphora (Nat. Ord. Burseraceae). Region of Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea, Africa, and... / ... frequent mucous stools accompanied by flatulence. It acts well with the simple bitters, especially gentian. Myrrh is probably emmenagogue, though much of its reputation as such has been acquired in a... / ...Ferri Composita) for the amenorrhea of chlorosis and other forms of anemia; and of the Compound Pills of Rhubarb (Pilulae Rhei Compositae).1
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 Gentian
CHIRATA
The entire plant, SWERTIA CHIRAYITA (Roxb.) Lyons. Bitter tonic, resembling Gentian. May be prescribed with the salts of iron.2
The entire plant, SWERTIA CHIRAYITA (Roxb.) Lyons. Bitter tonic, resembling Gentian. May be prescribed with the salts of iron.2
FIVE-FLOWERED GENTIAN
The flowering herb of GENTIANA QUINQUEFOLI.-L Lin. Bitter tonic. antiperiodic, reputed cholagogue. Used in chronic hepatic disorders and in malarial poisoning.2
The flowering herb of GENTIANA QUINQUEFOLI.-L Lin. Bitter tonic. antiperiodic, reputed cholagogue. Used in chronic hepatic disorders and in malarial poisoning.2
GENTIANGENTI
The root of GENTIANA LUTEA, Lin. A pure bitter tonic, the type of this class of remedies. Especially useful in atonic dyspepsia. Un less detzmnated its preparations are incompatible with ferric salts.2
The root of GENTIANA LUTEA, Lin. A pure bitter tonic, the type of this class of remedies. Especially useful in atonic dyspepsia. Un less detzmnated its preparations are incompatible with ferric salts.2
WARBURG TINCTURE
A combination remarkable for its diaphoretic action. which surpasses that of any single drug, Pilocarpus only excepted. Made in accordance with the National Formulary, each fluidounce represents; Rhubarb, 3 1/2 grs.; Angelica seed, 3 1/2 grs-; Elecampane. 1 3/4 grs.; Saffron, 1 3/4 grs.; Fennel, 1 3/4 grs.; Gentian, 7/8 gr.; Zedoary root, 7/8 gr.; Cubeb, 7/8 gr.; Myrrh, 7/8 gr.; White Agaric. 7/8 gr.; Camphor, 7/8 gr.; Quinine Sulphate, 10 grs.; Extract Aloes, 8 grs. The Tincture is often speci2
A combination remarkable for its diaphoretic action. which surpasses that of any single drug, Pilocarpus only excepted. Made in accordance with the National Formulary, each fluidounce represents; Rhubarb, 3 1/2 grs.; Angelica seed, 3 1/2 grs-; Elecampane. 1 3/4 grs.; Saffron, 1 3/4 grs.; Fennel, 1 3/4 grs.; Gentian, 7/8 gr.; Zedoary root, 7/8 gr.; Cubeb, 7/8 gr.; Myrrh, 7/8 gr.; White Agaric. 7/8 gr.; Camphor, 7/8 gr.; Quinine Sulphate, 10 grs.; Extract Aloes, 8 grs. The Tincture is often speci2
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 Gentian
ABSCESS
In the incipient stage, applications of tincture iodine, of Phenol camphor, N., B. & Co. or of a solution of silver nitrate, 20... / ...y ointment of zinc oxide. Sustain strength by wholesome nourishing food and such tonics as Eupeptic Hypophosphites, Vitalic Hypophos phites or Elixir Gentian and Phosphoric Acid Compound. Haemo Mangan is useful when blood is impoverished.2
In the incipient stage, applications of tincture iodine, of Phenol camphor, N., B. & Co. or of a solution of silver nitrate, 20... / ...y ointment of zinc oxide. Sustain strength by wholesome nourishing food and such tonics as Eupeptic Hypophosphites, Vitalic Hypophos phites or Elixir Gentian and Phosphoric Acid Compound. Haemo Mangan is useful when blood is impoverished.2
ANOREXIA
Ascertain and if possible remove cause. In absence of a malarial influence or of local inflammatory disease, prescribe a simple bitter tonic or a mineral acid, with outdoor life and appropriate exercise; Elixir Gentian and Phosphoric Acid. Eupeptic Hypophosphites Elixir Pepsin Compound, B 2, Effewescent Granules Sodium Phos phate are remedies likely to be useful. Lawn Tennis may do more than medicine. and a change of boarding place may be the best prescription of all.2
Ascertain and if possible remove cause. In absence of a malarial influence or of local inflammatory disease, prescribe a simple bitter tonic or a mineral acid, with outdoor life and appropriate exercise; Elixir Gentian and Phosphoric Acid. Eupeptic Hypophosphites Elixir Pepsin Compound, B 2, Effewescent Granules Sodium Phos phate are remedies likely to be useful. Lawn Tennis may do more than medicine. and a change of boarding place may be the best prescription of all.2
References
1) Felter, Harvey Wickes, 1922, The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Cincinnati, Ohio.
2) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.
2) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.