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This page recommends preparations containing opium, laudanum, morphine, or similar narcotics — in some cases for children. These substances are dangerously addictive, easily fatal in overdose, and strictly controlled by law today.
In addition, this page presents medical treatment from an era before modern medicine. The remedies described are ineffective against the conditions named, and some of the ingredients or doses are harmful. Do not use them to treat any illness; consult a qualified medical professional.
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Cough Mixture
Take muriate of morphia, 1/2 grain; glycerine, 2 fluid ounces.
Mix. Dose, a tea-spoonful when the cough is troublesome.
This may, at first, excite a disposition to cough, but in a short time allays it, and removes any tendency to it.