Ampoules of muscle relaxant, London, England, 1880-1941
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Ampoule of tubocurarine chloride. Front view. Grey background.
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A642913/1, Ampoules of tubocurarine chloride, 5 of 6, in original carton, by Burroughs Wellcome and Co., London.
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
Six ampoules of tubocurarine chloride in original carton, by Burroughs Wellcome and Co., London
Extracted from a plant called tube curare, the drug known as ‘Tubarine’ was used as a muscle relaxant during surgery, for anaesthesia and for electric shock therapy. The liquid, made by Burroughs, Wellcome & Co, was injected into the muscles using a syringe.
Details
- Category:
- Materia Medica & Pharmacology
- Object Number:
- A642913
- Materials:
- ampoule, glass, carton, paper
- Measurements:
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vial: 46 mm 8 mm,
- taxonomy:
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- furnishing and equipment
- container - receptacle
- vessel
- status:
- Loan: Wellcome Trust
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