NECKLACE, ANODYNE
\nˈɛkləs], \nˈɛkləs], \n_ˈɛ_k_l_ə_s]\
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These are formed of the roots of hyoscyamus, Job's tears, allspice steeped in brandy, or the seeds of the wild liquorice vine, to suit the fancy of the prescriber. They are employed to facilitate dentition in children, and to procure sleep in fever.
By Robley Dunglison
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