A Styptic Infusion.
Take stinging Nettle-Roots 4 ounces; Salt Prunel half an ounce; Juice of Nettle 2 ounces; Spring water 1 quart; make a warm Infusion for 12 Hours; then strain, and add Syrup of Marsh- Mallows, (or of Meconium) 4 ounces, mix.
Thomas Fuller
Pharmacopeia Extemporanea 1710