. A Reference handbook of the medical sciences : embracing the entire range of scientific and practical medicine and allied science. Fig. 4501.—Valerian Rhizome and Rootlet*, about two-thirds natural size. Fig 4502.—Cross Section of Valerian Root. (Baillon.) of reflex and other excitability—that is, as an anti-spas-modic, like musk, asafoetida, chamomile, lavender, etc., aswell as ether and the bromides. Like most essential oils,it is also a general and digestive stimulant, in moderatedoses. Valerianic acid appears to have no useful medici-nal properties ; it is disagreeable, an irritant poiso
. A Reference handbook of the medical sciences : embracing the entire range of scientific and practical medicine and allied science. Fig. 4501.—Valerian Rhizome and Rootlet*, about two-thirds natural size. Fig 4502.—Cross Section of Valerian Root. (Baillon.) of reflex and other excitability—that is, as an anti-spas-modic, like musk, asafoetida, chamomile, lavender, etc., aswell as ether and the bromides. Like most essential oils,it is also a general and digestive stimulant, in moderatedoses. Valerianic acid appears to have no useful medici-nal properties ; it is disagreeable, an irritant poison, andwithout the calming properties of the oil or fresh root. The intoxicating action of valerian on cats, whichseem to have an irresistible craving for it, is well very large doses, several drachms several times a day,it may produce, in man, dizziness, disturbance of vision,hallucinations, or active delirium. Nausea and vomitingare also likely to occur from such doses. It appears tobe eliminated by the kidneys, which it stimulates is frequently given to patients sufferingfrom emotional unbala
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