Hydras tin

(hi-dras' -tin), I. An alkaloid occurring together with berberin in the roots of Hydrastis can a dens is (q. v.); I J -4 grains may be given per diem, in divided doses. In overdoses it mav have poisonous effects. 2. A precipitate from a tincture of the root of Hydrastis can a dens is: it is laxative, cholagogue, alterative, tonic, antiseptic, etc. Dose gr. jij. Unof.