Original Museum Collection
Collection # 1 | 1821 ObjectsCollection Description
Pharmacy objects, textbooks, diplomas. graphics, materia medici and prepared medicines.
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Pennyroyal
Pennyroyal
Mentha pulegium L.
Despite serious safety concerns, pennyroyal is used for colds, pneumonia, and other breathing problems. It is also used for stomach pains, gas, intestinal disorders, and liver and gallbladder problems. Women use it to start or regulate their menstrual periods, or to cause an abortion. Pennyroyal is also used to control muscle spasms, cause sweating, and increase urine production. Some people use it as a stimulant and to counteract weakness. Pennyroyal is applied to the skin to kill germs, keep insects away, and treat skin diseases. It is also used topically for gout, venomous bites, and mouth sores; and as a flea-killing bath. In foods, pennyroyal is used for flavoring. In manufacturing, pennyroyal oil is used as a dog and cat flea repellent; and as a fragrance for detergents, perfumes, and soaps.
Arthur A. Stilwell & CO New York
N/A
11/21/2017
252
Fluid Extract
Glass bottle with cork
1
New York
The entire aerial portion, preferably in the flowering stage of Lamiaceae
59
True
74
NA
Pennyroyal
Cobalt blue bottle with worn in label and 1/3 filled with liquid inside, Capped with a cork
Fluid Extract | Mint family | Herb | insect repellent | antiseptic | fragrance | flavoring |
12.3
5.8
13.2
Medicine
Timeframe is unknown
Bottle is in good condition, label is worn a bit, cap is intact
1
Not Provided
Not Provided
Museum
25
11/21/2017
12/31/1969
Pharmacy objects, textbooks, diplomas. graphics, materia medici and prepared medicines.
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