Infusum Ergotae.—Infusion of Ergot.
Botanical name:
Related entry: Ergota (U. S. P.)—Ergot
Preparation.—Infuse, in a closed vessel for 30 minutes, 1/4 ounce (av.) of coarsely powdered ergot in 10 fluid ounces (Imp.) of boiling distilled water. Strain—(Br. Pharm.).
Action, Medical Uses, and Dosage.—About 10 grains of ergot are contained in a fluid ounce of this infusion, the dose of which is from 1 to 2 fluid ounces. It is used as a parturient.
