On one occasion, having been brought into a somewhat febrile condition by fatigue in a botanical excursion in hot weather, and having full faith in the statements of Doctor Cooke to the effect that calomel was of all Antifebrile remedies the best, and that while a small dose of calomel might prove irritating a good large dose "would sometimes act like an opiate," he took a one drachm dose in full confidence.
"The History of the Medical Department of Transylvania University"
Robert Peter
If the horns, ears, and surface are hot, sponge the whole surface with weak lie or saleratus water, and give the following Antifebrile drink:- Lemon balm, 2 ounces.
"The American Reformed Cattle Doctor"
George Dadd