Cannabine Tannate Merck

Yellow or brownish powd.; slightly bitter and strong astringent taste.— Sol. in alkaline water or alkaline alcohol, very slightly in water or alcohol.—Hypnotic, Sedative.— Uses: Hysteria, delirium, nervous insomnia, etc.— Dose: 8—16 grn., at bedtime, in powd. with sugar.— Max. D.: 24 grn. Cannabis Indica—U.S.P. Indian Hemp. — Preparations: Ext. (D., 1/4 —1 grn.); F.E. (D., 2—5 min.); Tr. (D., 5—20 min.).—See also, Cannabine Tannate. Cantharides—U.S.P. Preparations: Cerate (32 per cent.); Collodion (q.v.); Tr. (D., 3—10 min.).—See also, Cantharidin.— Antidotes: Emetics, flaxseed tea; opium per rectum; morphine subcut.; hot bath. Avoid oils!