An Apoplectic Plaister.
Take Galbanum, Opopanax, Pellitory of Spain, Mustard seed, long, Castor, each 1 dram and half; Venice Turpentine 3 drams or as much as suffuceth; adding Oil of Amber 1 scruple, mix.
Shave the Head, add apply it all over in Soporose Distempers, not occasioned by a Fever, and in a Palsy.
Thomas Fuller
Pharmacopeia Extemporanea 1710