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Pepsine and Iron Pills

Mix together 2 drachms 34 grains starchy pepsine, and half that weight of iodide of iron in crystals, with sufficient syrup to make 100 pills. Cover them with 2 drachms reduced iron, and finish with sugar-coating.

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