A mixture of carbonic acid esters, analogous to guaiacol carbonate,
prepared from creosote.
Actions and Uses.—Creosotal has the same action as creosote, but is
claimed to be non-toxic and devoid of irritant properties. It is
recommended as a substitute for creosote for internal exhibition in
tuberculosis, pneumonia, and as an intestinal antiseptic. Dosage.—From
0·3 to 2·0 grammes (5 to 30 grains) for children, to 1 to 4 grammes (15
to 60 grains) for adults in milk, coffee, wine, cod-liver oil or
emulsion. Externally it may be applied undiluted. Manufactured by
Farbenfabriken, vorm. Friedr. Bayer & Co., Elberfeld, Germany
(Continental Color & Chemical Co., New York). Fabrik von Heyden,
Radebeul, near Dresden.