Western Herbalism
Solanum
Jatropha
For several years the physicians of the south, stimulated by the writings of the late Dr. Burgess of Chattanooga, have used Jatropha, commonly called in that locality, “Bull Nettle,” in the treatment of syphilis, with rather remarkable results.
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Recognised toxicity. This plant carries a toxicity flag in the record; it is for trained practitioners only.
Dosing as the sources wrote it
| Preparation | As written | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| The. strong infusion is given in doses of from one-half to two ounces, every three or four hours. | 15552-62207 mg | |
| He gives the strong infusion in wineglassful doses every four hours. |
Doses are reproduced from the sources for practitioners and are not a recommendation for any person.
From the sources
For several years the physicians of the south, stimulated by the writings of the late Dr. Burgess of Chattanooga, have used Jatropha, commonly called in that locality, “Bull Nettle,” in the treatment of syphilis, with rather remarkable results.
Drawn from Ellingwood's American Materia Medica, Therapeutics and Pharmacognosy, and the Bountiful Herbs editorial.
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