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Physician's Materia Medica on Saffron

SAFFLOWER (American Saffron)CATI
   The florets of CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS, Lin. Resembles Chamomile in its action, In hot infusion, diaphoretic and so antipyretic; emmenagogue.1

SAFFRON
   The stigmas of CROCUS SATIVUS, Lin. Antispasmodic, emmenagogue; now little used.1

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 speci1


References

1) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.