Extractum Papaveris Liquidum, B.P.C. Liquid Extract of Poppy.
Botanical name:
Related entries: Poppy Capsules
| Poppy Capsules, freed from seeds, in No. 20 powder | 45.00 | | | 9 ounces |
| Alcohol | 25.00 | | | 5 fl. ounces |
| Distilled Water, boiling, a sufficient quantity. | |||
Digest the poppy capsules in 100 (20 fluid ounces) of the boiling water for twenty-four hours, stirring frequently; then transfer to a percolator, and exhaust by percolation with more boiling distilled water. Evaporate the liquid on a water-bath to 75 (15 fluid ounces); when cold add the alcohol, allow to stand for twenty-four hours, filter, and make up to the required volume with distilled water.
Dose.—2 to 4 mils (30 to 60 minims).
