Fluidextrctum Lupulni - Fluidextrcti Lupulni. - Fluidextract of Lupulin. - Dose, 5-30 minims (0. 12-2.0 Cc).

Oleoresina Lupulini - Oleoresinse Lupulini - Oleoresin of Lupulin. - Dose, 1-5 grains (0.06-0.3 Gm.).

Physiological Action. - Internally. - Digestive System. - The action of hops is similar to that of vegetable bitters, augmenting the secretions from the salivary and gastric glands, thereby promoting appetite and digestion.

Circulatory System. - The heart's action is slightly increased, the remedy also raising arterial tension and exciting the cutaneous circulation. Lupulin is a mild somnifacient and diuretic. As a general pain-relieving agent it is to be classed with the milder anodynes. In the colics of children it is of great service. In neurasthenia and hysteria it has a calmative influence, lessening the irritability and often promoting sleep.

The combined tinctures of lupulin and capsicum serve as excellent substitutes for alcoholic stimulants during the treatment of alcoholism, as well as being useful remedies in mild attacks of delirium tremens.

Administration. - Lupulin and oleoresin of lupulin are best given in pills and capsules respectively. The tincture and fluid-extract should be administered in syrup. Aromatic spirits of ammonia forms a good vehicle when it must be given in liquid form.