Linimentum Capsici Compositum, B.P.C. Compound Liniment of Capsicum.
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Related entries: Capsicum - Liniment of Capsicum
Synonyms.—Liquor Capsici Compositus; Compound Solution of Capsicum.
| Black Pepper, in powder | 10.00 | | | 2 ounces |
| Capsicum, in powder | 10.00 | | | 2 ounces |
| Hard Soap | 2.50 | | | ½ ounce |
| Camphor | 2.50 | | | ½ ounce |
| Oil of Rosemary | 0.52 | | | 50 minims |
| Oil of Lavender | 0.52 | | | 50 minims |
| Oil of Cloves | 0.52 | | | 50 minims |
| Oil of Cinnamon | 0.10 | | | 10 minims |
| Solution of Ammonia | 20.00 | | | 4 fl. ounces |
| Alcohol | to 100.00 | | | to 20 fl. ounces |
Macerate the pepper, capsicum, soap, and camphor with 65 (13 fluid ounces) of alcohol for eight days; express, add the volatile oils and solution of ammonia, and sufficient alcohol to produce the required volume.
