Format explanation
Related entry: Lobelia - Stramonium Leaves - Oil of Anise - Tea
Synonym.—Asthma Powder.
| Lobelia, in powder | 25.00 | | | 4 | ounces |
| Stramonium Leaves, in powder | 25.00 | | | 4 | ounces |
| Potassium Nitrate | 25.00 | | | 4 | ounces |
| Oil of Anise | 0.10 | | | 8 | minims |
| Distilled Water, boiling | 25.00 | | | 4 | fl. ounces |
| Tea Leaves, in powder | to 100.00 | | | to 16 | ounces |
Dissolve the potassium nitrate in the water, add the solution to the mixed powders, mix thoroughly, dry, and add the oil of anise.
This powder is used for asthma, half a teaspoonful or more being burned, and the fumes inhaled several times daily, or as required. Pulvis Stramonii Compositus is a similar preparation.
