WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only.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 Hubarb
CARBO LIGNI
Charcoal prepared by burning soft wood. It must be kept in tightly-closed vessels. Common Names: Charcoal, Wood Charcoal; Synonym: Carbo... / ...th subnitrate in marked irritation and diarrhoea, with ginger in the flatulence of atony, and with rhubarb or magnesia when constipated. Though supposed to have no general effects on account of not be... / ...the belly-wall tumid and doughy, the tongue expressionless and pale with little coating and lenticular spots, or the coating may lift in patches.1
Charcoal prepared by burning soft wood. It must be kept in tightly-closed vessels. Common Names: Charcoal, Wood Charcoal; Synonym: Carbo... / ...th subnitrate in marked irritation and diarrhoea, with ginger in the flatulence of atony, and with rhubarb or magnesia when constipated. Though supposed to have no general effects on account of not be... / ...the belly-wall tumid and doughy, the tongue expressionless and pale with little coating and lenticular spots, or the coating may lift in patches.1
JUGLANS CINEREA
The bark of the root of Juglans cinerea, Linné, collected in the autumn (Nat. Ord. juglandaceae). A forest tree of North America. Common Names:... / ... laxative its action is kindly, rarely producing griping or after-debility, and resembling that of rhubarb, but it does not produce subsequent constipation. Being a mild gastric stimulant it is often ...1
The bark of the root of Juglans cinerea, Linné, collected in the autumn (Nat. Ord. juglandaceae). A forest tree of North America. Common Names:... / ... laxative its action is kindly, rarely producing griping or after-debility, and resembling that of rhubarb, but it does not produce subsequent constipation. Being a mild gastric stimulant it is often ...1
LEPTANDRA (Veronicastrum virginicum)VEVI4
The rhizome and rootlets of Veronicastrum virginicum (L.) Farw., (Leptandra virginica, Nuttall), (Nat. Ord. Scrophulariaceae). A tall perennial... / ...rritability may be controlled with matricaria and the following administered: Rx Compound Syrup of Rhubarb and Potassa, 3 fluidrachms; Specific Medicine Leptandra, 1 fluidrachm. Mix. Ten to 20 drops e...1
The rhizome and rootlets of Veronicastrum virginicum (L.) Farw., (Leptandra virginica, Nuttall), (Nat. Ord. Scrophulariaceae). A tall perennial... / ...rritability may be controlled with matricaria and the following administered: Rx Compound Syrup of Rhubarb and Potassa, 3 fluidrachms; Specific Medicine Leptandra, 1 fluidrachm. Mix. Ten to 20 drops e...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 Arabia. Dose, 1 to 15 grains. Common... / ...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 Arabia. Dose, 1 to 15 grains. Common... / ...Composita) for the amenorrhea of chlorosis and other forms of anemia; and of the Compound Pills of Rhubarb (Pilulae Rhei Compositae).1
OLEUM RICINI
Castor Oil. The fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Ricinus communis, Linné (Nat. Ord. Euphorbiaceae). An East Indian plant;... / ... mucosa nor will it be tasted. When a strong purgative is needed, equal parts of aromatic syrup of rhubarb (or neutralizing cordial or glyconda) and castor oil may be given in doses of one to two flui...1
Castor Oil. The fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Ricinus communis, Linné (Nat. Ord. Euphorbiaceae). An East Indian plant;... / ... mucosa nor will it be tasted. When a strong purgative is needed, equal parts of aromatic syrup of rhubarb (or neutralizing cordial or glyconda) and castor oil may be given in doses of one to two flui...1
RHEUM
...onaceae). Western and central portions of China and in Thibet. Dose, 5 to 30 grains. Common Names: Rhubarb, Rhubarb Root. Principal Constituents.Chrysarobin (C35H26O7) (the yellow coloring glucoside......ging principle rheotannic acid (C28H26O14); and quite a proportion of oxalate of calcium giving to rhubarb its grittiness. Preparations1. Specific Medicine Rheum. Dose, 1/10 to 60 drops. 2. Syrupus ......iness. Preparations1. Specific Medicine Rheum. Dose, 1/10 to 60 drops. 2. Syrupus Rhei, Syrup of Rhubarb. Dose, 1 to 4 fluidrachms. 3. Syrupus Rhei A romaticus, Aromatic Syrup of Rhubarb. Dose, 1 to...1
...onaceae). Western and central portions of China and in Thibet. Dose, 5 to 30 grains. Common Names: Rhubarb, Rhubarb Root. Principal Constituents.Chrysarobin (C35H26O7) (the yellow coloring glucoside......ging principle rheotannic acid (C28H26O14); and quite a proportion of oxalate of calcium giving to rhubarb its grittiness. Preparations1. Specific Medicine Rheum. Dose, 1/10 to 60 drops. 2. Syrupus ......iness. Preparations1. Specific Medicine Rheum. Dose, 1/10 to 60 drops. 2. Syrupus Rhei, Syrup of Rhubarb. Dose, 1 to 4 fluidrachms. 3. Syrupus Rhei A romaticus, Aromatic Syrup of Rhubarb. Dose, 1 to...1
SAPO
Soap, Hard Soap, White Castile Soap. Soap prepared from Sodium Hydroxide and Olive Oil. Description.White or whitish, hard bars, easily cut when... / ...niment). Action and Therapy.External. Soap enters into the formation of some pills, as of aloes, rhubarb, gamboge, podophyllin, and other resinous cathartics, and asafoetida, and those of compound e... / ...Soap is irritant to the stomach, but in small doses may be used as an antacid, and in cases of poisoning by the corrosive mineral acids.1
Soap, Hard Soap, White Castile Soap. Soap prepared from Sodium Hydroxide and Olive Oil. Description.White or whitish, hard bars, easily cut when... / ...niment). Action and Therapy.External. Soap enters into the formation of some pills, as of aloes, rhubarb, gamboge, podophyllin, and other resinous cathartics, and asafoetida, and those of compound e... / ...Soap is irritant to the stomach, but in small doses may be used as an antacid, and in cases of poisoning by the corrosive mineral acids.1
SENNASENNA
The dried leaflets of (1) Cassia acutifolia, Delile, or of (2) Cassia angustifolia, Vahl (Nat. Ord. Leguminosae). (1) Eastern and central Africa;... / ...uence the whole canal is the more readily emptied. It does not produce after-constipation, as does rhubarb and some other laxatives; and it may purge a nursing infant when administered to the mother. ... / ...woman, and for children. It may be given in water, or the readyprepared lozenges may be used, the patient partaking also of plenty of water.1
The dried leaflets of (1) Cassia acutifolia, Delile, or of (2) Cassia angustifolia, Vahl (Nat. Ord. Leguminosae). (1) Eastern and central Africa;... / ...uence the whole canal is the more readily emptied. It does not produce after-constipation, as does rhubarb and some other laxatives; and it may purge a nursing infant when administered to the mother. ... / ...woman, and for children. It may be given in water, or the readyprepared lozenges may be used, the patient partaking also of plenty of water.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 Hubarb
MAGNESIUM
The salts of MAGNEsIUM have a pronounced cathartic action which gives them their distinguishing character. a. Magnesia. Calcined. Antacid, laxative, anti-lithic. Much used for relief of acidity of the stomach. its laxative property giving it preference over other antacids. Often combined with Rhubarb. Dose, 0.3 to 2.0 Grm. (5 to 30 grs.). b. Magnesium Acetate. Less disagreeable in taste than the sulphate. Dose, 2 to 8 Grm. (30 to 120 grs.) and upwards. c. Magnesium Carbonate. Antacid. laxative, 2
The salts of MAGNEsIUM have a pronounced cathartic action which gives them their distinguishing character. a. Magnesia. Calcined. Antacid, laxative, anti-lithic. Much used for relief of acidity of the stomach. its laxative property giving it preference over other antacids. Often combined with Rhubarb. Dose, 0.3 to 2.0 Grm. (5 to 30 grs.). b. Magnesium Acetate. Less disagreeable in taste than the sulphate. Dose, 2 to 8 Grm. (30 to 120 grs.) and upwards. c. Magnesium Carbonate. Antacid. laxative, 2
NEUTRALIZING CORDIAL (Compound Syrup of Rhubarb and Potassa. N. F.)
Stomachic, laxative, antacid. A favorite remedy with many for certain dyspeptlc conditions, in which constipation and acidity of the stomach are prominent symptoms. Each fluidrachm repre sents; Rhubarb, 2 1/4 grs.; Cinnamon 1 1/8 grs.; Golden-seal, 1 1/8 grs.; Potassium Bicarb., 2 1/4 grs-; Oil Peppermint, 3-50 M Dose, 4 to 8 c. c. (1 to 2 fluidrachms) when distress is felt after eating. It is best taken as much as two hours after a meal.2
Stomachic, laxative, antacid. A favorite remedy with many for certain dyspeptlc conditions, in which constipation and acidity of the stomach are prominent symptoms. Each fluidrachm repre sents; Rhubarb, 2 1/4 grs.; Cinnamon 1 1/8 grs.; Golden-seal, 1 1/8 grs.; Potassium Bicarb., 2 1/4 grs-; Oil Peppermint, 3-50 M Dose, 4 to 8 c. c. (1 to 2 fluidrachms) when distress is felt after eating. It is best taken as much as two hours after a meal.2
RHUBARBRHEUM
The root of RHEUM OFFICINALE, Baill. Combines astringent with cathartic properties; stomachic. intestinal antiseptic, chole gogue. May be used in chronic constipation, but is better suited to cases wherea single catharsis is indicated. Often used in small doses as a stomachic having also tonic and laxative properties. Dose as stomachic, 0.12 to 0.30 Grm. (2 to 5 grs.); as laxative, 0.6 to l.0 Grm. (10 to 15 grs.); as cathartic, 1.3 to 2.0 Grm. (20 to 30 grs.).2
The root of RHEUM OFFICINALE, Baill. Combines astringent with cathartic properties; stomachic. intestinal antiseptic, chole gogue. May be used in chronic constipation, but is better suited to cases wherea single catharsis is indicated. Often used in small doses as a stomachic having also tonic and laxative properties. Dose as stomachic, 0.12 to 0.30 Grm. (2 to 5 grs.); as laxative, 0.6 to l.0 Grm. (10 to 15 grs.); as cathartic, 1.3 to 2.0 Grm. (20 to 30 grs.).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
YELLOW DOCK (Rumex)
The root of RUMEX CRISPUS. Lin. Laxative and astringent (like Rhubarb), tonic, alterative, hepatic stimulant; used in cutaneous diseases, scrofula and kindred dyscrasias.2
The root of RUMEX CRISPUS. Lin. Laxative and astringent (like Rhubarb), tonic, alterative, hepatic stimulant; used in cutaneous diseases, scrofula and kindred dyscrasias.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 Therapeutics Memoranda on Hubarb
AMENORRHEA
When due to anemia and debility, combinations of aloes with iron, In an otherwise healthy subject, apiol or the essential oil... / ...ore the regular time for menstruation. When due to “cold,” the sitz bath and hot infusions of pennyroyal or similar herbs; quinine with aloes or rhubarb. Cotton-root bark, ergot and similar agents are to be used always with due caution.2
When due to anemia and debility, combinations of aloes with iron, In an otherwise healthy subject, apiol or the essential oil... / ...ore the regular time for menstruation. When due to “cold,” the sitz bath and hot infusions of pennyroyal or similar herbs; quinine with aloes or rhubarb. Cotton-root bark, ergot and similar agents are to be used always with due caution.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.