Glycerin for

By tjohnson , 14 June, 2026

Glycerin for

Tradition: Domestic Medicine | Preparation Type: Historical Mixture | Risk Level: LOW

Important Safety Disclaimer

This entry is an archival record of historical medical practices. Do not use, ingest, inject, apply, dose, or substitute this preparation for modern medical care.

Source Verification & Integrity

Historical Recipe And Preparation Record

Historical Formula Card β€” Modern-Readable Version

Status: Complete Formula Verified Original Formula Name: Glycerin for Ingredients: Original Measurements: One part glycerin to six parts water is a very soothing lotion when there is much tenderness, pain or heat in the vagina. A teaspoonful of tartaric ac...

Measurement Normalization Table

Original Term Modern Approximation Confidence Notes
teaspoonful ~5 mL exact Automated extraction.
pint ~473 mL exact Automated extraction.
ounce ~28g approximate Automated extraction.

Assembly Process

One part glycerin to six parts water is a very soothing lotion when there is much tenderness, pain or heat in the vagina. A teaspoonful of tartaric acid in a pint of warm water is a specific, in some cases, acting like magic. Whatever lotion is employed, always use it warm. After cleansing with soap suds, the medicated lotion of not less than two ounces should be injected.

Storage, Labeling, And Shelf-Life

Cool-dry storage.

External Quality Checks β€” Not Human Or Animal Testing

These checks can help describe identity, cleanliness, strength consistency, spoilage, or physical quality historically. They do not prove medical effectiveness. - Visual check.

What Replaced This In Modern Care

Modern care.

Veterinary, Livestock, And Farm Relevance

Historical household.

Historical Source Citation

Source: Mother's Remedies by T. J. Ritter (1910) - πŸ“– Read Source Page in Local Reader - πŸ›οΈ Open Book Landing Page

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