University Health Network - Academy of Medicine Collection
Category
Pharmacy and Drug Artifacts
Classification
Pharmacy, General
Accession Number
1984.6.18
Description
Clear cylindrical glass jar with black metal screw-on lid with cream paper label affixed to jar with black text describing contents; contents are many brown buds, some still attached to stem; sealed closure.
Clear cylindrical glass jar with black metal screw-on lid with cream paper label affixed to jar with black text describing contents; contents are many brown buds, some still attached to stem; sealed closure.
Used for burns, frostbite, cuts/wounds, rheumatoid arthritis, cough remedy, relieves chest congestion, muscle soreness and headaches. It is a stimulant, body converts salicin from buds into aspirin. Can be a tincture or infused in oil.