Pharmacy : Chemicals, Medicines, and Cures From A to M
Object ID Number:
PH282
Object Name:
Hemlock Oil
Manufactured from:
1900
Manufactured to:
1940
Description / History:
Hemlock Oil
Produced by Magnus, Mabee & Reynard Inc., New York, NY

Hemlock oil is formulated from the hemlock spruce plant (specifically the needles). The oil has been used for treatment of bronchitis, fever, the common cold, nerve pain, and inflammation of the mouth and throat. Although used for a variety of medical ailments, no proof of efficacy has been determined. The hemlock oil bottle is a machine molded brown glass bottle with a metal screw top.
Dimensions:
H–6.75 Dia–3.5 inches
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