most beneficially
as a solvent. In some forms of ear complaint powdered borax, as a
constituent of the "drops" to be used has been found useful, and
tannic acid in other forms. Carbolic acid mixed with glycerine is
used when a disinfectant is necessary. So delicate, however, is the
structure of the internal ear that in all cases it is desirable to
consult a medical practitioner.

[ONE IS NOT SO SOON HEALED AS HURT.]

2388. A Cure for Weak and Sore Eyes.

Sulphate of zinc, three grains; tincture of opium, ten drops; water,
two ounces. To be applied three or four times a day.

2389. Squinting.

Squinting frequently arises from the unequal strength of the eyes, the
weaker eye being turned away from the object, to avoid the fatigue of
exertion. Cases of squinting of long standing have often been cured by
covering the stronger eye, and thereby compelling the weaker one to
exertion.

2390. Pills for Gout and Rheumatism.

Acetic extract of colchicum, two grains; powdered ipecacuanha, four
grains; compound extract of colocynth, half a drachm; blue pill, four
grains. Divide into twelve pills; one to be taken night and morning.

2391. Gout Mixture.

Wine of colchicum, one ounce; spirit of nitrous ether, one ounce;
iodide of potassium, two scruples; distilled water, two ounces. A
teaspoonful of this mixture to be taken in camomile tea two or three
times a day.

2392. Mixture for Rheumatic Gout or Acute Rheumatism.

Half an ounce of nitre (saltpetre), half an ounce of sulphur, half an
ounce of flour of mustard, half an ounce of Turkey rhubarb, quarter of
an ounce of powdered gum guaiacum. A teaspoonful to be taken in a
wineglassful of cold water, every other night for three nights, and
omit three nights. The water should have been well boiled.

2393. To Arrest Bleeding at the Nose.

Introduce, by means of a probe, a small piece of lint or soft cotton,
previously dipped into some mild styptic, as a solution of alum,
Friar's balsam, solution of blue stone, or even cold water. This will
generally succeed; but should it not, cold water may be snuffed up the
nostrils. Should the bleeding be very profuse, medical advice should
be procured. In cases of haemorrhage of a severe character, Ruspini's
styptic is most beneficial, and may be recommended.

2394. Biting the Nails.

This is a habit that should