Tinea Tonsurans

( Ringworm of the Scalp ).— See also, Porrigo, Tinea Circinata. Acetum Cantharid is. Acid, Acetic: strong, locally. Acid, Boric: ethereal solution after head is thoroughly cleansed. Acid, Carbolic: in early stages. Acid, Chrysophanic: 30 grn. to the oz., as ointment. Acid, Salicylic: strong solution in alcohol, 40 grn. to the oz.; or vaselin ointment of same strength. Acid, Sulphurous. Anthrarobin. Arsenic: tonic. Borax. Cocculus Indicus. Cod-Liver Oil. Coster's Paste: Iodine 2 drams, Oil cade, 3 drams. Creosote. Croton Oil: liniment followed by a poultice. Epilation. Iodine: the tincture in children. Lime Water. Menthol: parasiticide and analgesic. Mercury: white precipitate lightly smeared over; the oleate, per nitrate, and oxide, as ointments. The bichloride as a lotion 2 grn. to the dram. Naftalan. Oil Cajeput. Pota ium Sulphocyanide. Quinine. Resorcin. Sodium Chloride. Sodium Ethylate. Thymol: like menthol.