Elixir Sennae Leguminorum, B.P.C. Elixir of Senna Pods.
Format explanation.
Related entry: Senna Pods
Synonyms.—Liquor Sennae Leguminorum Dulcis; Sweet Essence of Senna Pods.
Liquid Extract of Senna | 50.00 | | | 10 fl. ounces |
Refined Sugar | 50.00 | | | 10 ounces |
Chloroform | 0.26 | | | 25 minims |
Oil of Coriander | 0.02 | | | 2 minims |
Tincture of Capsicum | 0.20 | | | 20 minims |
Alcohol | 2.50 | | | ½ fl. ounce |
Distilled Water ... | to 100.00 | | | to 20 fl. ounces |
Dissolve the oil and the chloroform in the alcohol, add the tincture and the liquid extract, dissolve the sugar in the mixture, and make up to the required volume with distilled water.
Dose.—4 to 12 mils (1 to 3 fluid drachms).