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Mialhe's Elixir of Pepsine

Macerate 1 part by weight of starchy pepsine, and 5 parts sugar, in 2 parts proof spirit, 9 parts white wine, and 4 parts water, until the sugar is dissolved; then filter. Dose, 1 tablespoonful before or during meals. This has ar agreeable taste. prepared by macerating starchy pepsine in 20

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