Glycerinum Cocci, B.P.C. Glycerin of Cochineal.
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Format explanation
Related entry: Cochineal
| Cochineal, in coarse powder | 10.00 | | | 2 ounces |
| Potassium Carbonate | 1.00 | | | 87 ½ grains |
| Potassium Citrate | 10.00 | | | 2 ounces |
| Glycerin | 20.00 | | | 4 fl. ounces |
| Distilled Water ... | to 100.00 | | | to 20 fl. ounces |
Dissolve the potassium carbonate in 60 (12 fluid ounces) of the distilled water, and digest the cochineal in the solution, on a water-bath, for about three hours, or until exhausted; then strain, cool, add the glycerin and potassium citrate, and make up to the required volume with distilled water. The product is a somewhat thick, dark crimson liquid.
