Tinctura Sabinae.—Tincture of Savin.
Botanical name:
Related entry: Sabina (U. S. P.)—Savine
Preparation.—"Take of savin tops, dried and coarsely powdered, 2 ½ ounces, (av.); proof-spirit, 1 pint (Imp.)"—(Br. Pharm.). Prepare as directed for Tinctura Sennae. This tincture would more nearly represent savin if a stronger alcoholic menstruum were employed. It has a brownish-green color.
Action, Medical Uses, and Dosage.—(See Sabina.) Dose, 10 to 60 minims.
