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Spirits of Camphor
The gum resin camphor readily dissolves in alcohol, forming spirits of camphor. About 2 ounces ture of arnica, British oil, and oil of tar, of camphor are generally dissolved in about 1 each 2 ounces; and slowly add sulphuric acid, pint spirits. It is used as an external appli- 1/2 ounce. Extensively used as a liniment, cation for sprains, local pains, and stitches. particularly in cases where there is much institches. particularly in cases where there is much in- It is applied by rubbing with the hand upon flammation. the painful part. To secure the full benefit