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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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Stimulating Fomentation
operation of emetics is powerfully promoted Cayenne pepper, 3 ounces; mustard seed by drinking copiously of diluents, especially just bruised, 2 ounces; whiskey, 2 quarts. of warm or tepid water. This latter is itself Simmer all together a few minutes. Excel- an emetic when taken in quantity. Its use lent external application in cholera, paralysis, prevents, in a great degree, excessive straining palsy, rheumatism, &c. A less quantity accompanying vomiting. may be made.