Confectio Guaiaci Composita, B.P.C. Compound Confection of Guaiacum.
Botanical name:
Preparations:
Format explanation.
Related entry: Guaiacum
Synonym.—Chelsea Pensioner.
| Guaiacum Resin, in powder | 1.00 | | | 70 grains |
| Rhubarb, in powder | 2.00 | | | 140 grains |
| Acid Potassium Tartrate, in powder | 7.50 | | | 1 oz. 87 ½ gr. |
| Nutmeg, in powder | 1.00 | | | 70 grains |
| Sublimed Sulphur | 14.50 | | | 2 oz. 140 gr. |
| Clarified Honey | 74.00 | | | 11 oz. 367 ½ gr. |
Mix the powders together, then add gradually to the clarified honey, and mix thoroughly.
Dose.—4 to 8 grammes (60 to 120 grains).
