An Universal Formulary: Containing the Methods of Preparing and Administering Officinal and Other Medicines; The Whole Adapted to Physicians and Pharmaceutists (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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- Title
- An Universal Formulary: Containing the Methods of Preparing and Administering Officinal and Other Medicines; The Whole Adapted to Physicians and Pharmaceutists (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- R. Eglesfeld Griffith
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0265442621
- ISBN 13
- 9780265442623
- Item weight
- 1,067 grams
Comprehensive reference for medicinal preparation and administration
This edition provides concise rules for making and using officinal medicines, with practical guidance drawn from major pharmacopoeias and a detailed look at poisons and their antidotes.
Originally published in the 19th century, the work combines formulae, dosing considerations, and procedural notes to help physicians and pharmacists prepare and dispense medicines accurately. It also offers extensive tables on weights and measures, a robust indexing system, and guidance on managing the sick room, including room conditions and administration timing.
The book covers a wide range of topics, from internal remedies and external applications to baths, inhalations, and topical treatments. It includes discussions of pharmaceutical names, incompatibilities, and dosage for different patient factors, making it a thorough reference for practice and education.
- Clear formulae and dosing guidance for officinal and related medicines
- Tables of weights, measures, and pharmaceutical terminology
- Structured content on administration, dosage intervals, and patient considerations
- Indexing and references to facilitate quick lookups and cross‑checking
Ideal for readers of historical pharmacology, medical librarians, and professionals seeking a window into classic pharmaceutical practice.
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