Infusum Valerianae, B.P.C., Infusion of Valerian. Infusum Valerianae Concentratum, B.P.C., Co
Botanical name:
INFUSUM VALERIANAE, B.P.C.
INFUSION OF VALERIAN.
Related entries: Valerian
| Valerian Rhizome, bruised | 2.50 | | | ½ ounce |
| Distilled Water, boiling | 100.00 | | | 20 fl. ounces |
Infuse the drug in the water for fifteen minutes in a covered vessel, and strain.
Dose.—15 to 30 mils (½ to 1 fluid ounce).
INFUSUM VALERIANAE CONCENTRATUM, B.P.C.
CONCENTRATED INFUSION OF VALERIAN.
| Valerian Rhizome, in No. 20 powder | 20.00 | | | 4 ounces |
| Strong Solution of Ammonia | 0.32 | | | 30 minims |
| Alcohol | 25.00 | | | 5 fl. ounces |
| Diluted Chloroform Water | to 100.00 | | | to 20 fl. ounces |
Mix the powder with the strong solution of ammonia and sufficient chloroform water to damp it evenly, set aside for two hours and complete the repercolation process.
A product closely resembling infusion of valerian is obtained by diluting 1 part of this preparation with 7 parts of distilled water.
Dose.—2 to 4 mils (½ to 1 fluid drachm).
