Introduction
Salicin, C13H18O7. An active principle (Glucoside?) obtained from different species of willow (Salix), spiraea, etc.
Moderately soluble (1 to 30) in water and alcohol. Preparations: Triturations.
Head
Confusion of the head.
Eyes
Flickering before the eyes. Fog and sparks before the eyes, for five days.
Ears
Persistent ringing in the ears (third day of experiment).
Urinary Organs
This substance is excreted in the urine in the form of salicyl hydride, which sinks to the bottom of the urine as a fine crystalline cloud; it is easily detected by the per chloride of iron tests.