Ceratum Crotonis.—Croton-Oil Cerate.
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Related entry: Oleum Tiglii (U. S. P.)—Croton Oil
Preparation.—Melt lard, 5 ounces, with white wax, 1 ounce, and, when nearly cool, add croton oil, 2 ounces, and stir until cool.
Action and Medical Uses.—Croton-oil cerate is a rubefacient and vesicant, and may be used in all cases where such actions, or counter-irritation, are demanded.
