Erechthites Hieracifolius. (Fireweed.)

Botanical name: 

Preparation.—A tincture may be prepared from the recent plant, in the usual proportions, using alcohol of 76°. Dose from gtts. x. to ʒj.

We have here another remedy that requires study. It influences mucous tissue, especially of the bowels and lungs, and this will be the direction of the investigation.


Specific Medication and Specific Medicines, 1870, was written by John M. Scudder, M.D.