Decoction of Blue Cardinal Flowers

Syn. Decoctum lobel′iæ , D. l. syphilit′icæ , L. Prep. 1. (P. Cod.) Root of Lobelia syphilitic a , 1 handful; water, 12 lb.; boil to 7 lb., and strain. 2. (Swediaur.) Dried root, 5 oz.; water, 12 lb.; as last. Alterative, purgative, and diuretic. Obs. This decoction was strongly recommended by Swediaur in certain complaints. He gave half a pint at first, twice daily, and afterwards 4 times a day, unle it acted too strongly on the bowels, when the frequency of the dose was diminished, or it was discontinued for 3 or 4 days, and then had recourse to again, until the cure was effected.