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Startin's Glycerine Lotion for dissolve
Both are good washes for foul Bruises, &c. Triturate together 1 ounce ulcers, the itch, the teeth, to sweeten the glycerine, 1 drachm extract of belladonna, breath and remove the smell of tobacco and 3 ounces soap liniment. (See No. 4839.) For bruises, For bruises, sprains, and swelled joints; also neuralgic, and rheumatic pains. smoke, and for various similar purposes. 4853.
Valuable Lotion for Wounds, &c. Camphor, 5 drachms, cut into small c.
Camphor, 5 drachms, cut into small