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Posology

Mode of Administration: Whole, cut and powdered drug are
used in various preparations, including tonics, drops,
tablets, compresses, ampules, coated tablets, suppositories
and compound preparations.
Preparation: A tea is prepared by pouring 150 ml of boiling
water over 1/2 teaspoonful of the drug and allowing it to
draw for 10 minutes. A decoction is prepared by adding 0.5 g
to 1 teacup of water. A tincture in the proportion of 1:5 in
75% ethanol is also used.
Daily Dosage: Total daily dose is 1 to 3 gm of drug. The
liquid extract daily dose is 0.6 to 3 gm of cinchona liquid
extract, which contains 4 to 5% total alkaloids. A daily dose
of 0.15 to 0.6 g cinchona extract with 15 to 20% total
alkaloids may also be used.
The liquid extract single dose is 0.5 to 1 gm.
Storage: Keep protected from light and moisture.

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