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Pyroctin Fever Killer

Object Details

Description
The indications or uses for this product as provided on its packaging: Reduces the temperature and relieves pain. Acts as an antirheumatic and anodyne and is especially indicated in cases of acute neuralgia hemicrania, la grippe and allied troubles, without inducing cardiac depression.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Date made
1885-1901
Credit Line
Gift of Mary E. and Joseph F. Melfi, Jr., Tupper's Drug Store, Summerville, South Carolina
Physical Description
tin (overall packaging material)
Measurements
overall: 6.5 cm x 4 cm; 2 9/16 in x 1 9/16 in
overall: 2 1/2 in x 1 1/2 in; 6.35 cm x 3.81 cm
Object Name
otc preparation
Other Terms
Patent Medicines; Drugs; Non-Liquid
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