Latin, Sassafras

Eng., Sassafras. The dried bark of the root of Sassafras varifolium.

Average Dose

2 1/2 drachms (10 Gm.).

Official Constituents.

Oleum Sassafras

Eng., Oil of Sassafras. A volatile oil.

Average, Dose

3 minims (0.2 mil).

Sassafras and the oil are contained in some other official preparations.

Therapeutic Action

Stomachic. The oil is also an irritant.

Uses

The oil is a favorite constituent of household liniments, and sassafras is used in the preparation of some pharmaceutical and proprietary remedies. Seldom prescribed.