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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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Paste for Toothache
Take of root-bark of pellitory, 1 drachm; muriate of morphia, 5 grains; triturate until reduced to fine powder, then add, finest honey, 3 drachms; oil of cloves (or of cajeput), 20 drops; concentrated tincture of pellitory, a sufficient quantity to form the whole into a smooth paste. Very effective.