This section is from the "Elixirs And Flavoring Extracts. Their History, Formulae, & Methods of Preparation" book, by John Uri Lloyd. Also available from Amazon: Elixirs and flavoring extracts,: Their history, formulae, and methods of preparation;
Elixir of valerianate of ammonium, 8 fluidounces.
Pyrophosphate of iron, 8 fluidounces.
Mix them together.
Each fluidrachm (teaspoonful) of the finished elixir contains one grain each of valerianate of ammonium and of pyrophosphate of iron. It should have a slightly alkaline reaction.
 
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