![]() ![]() Winslow’s Soothing Syrup was a dangerous concoction. Originating in New York in the 1840s, Mrs. Morphine was not completely removed from the syrup’s formula until 1909 in To and, on occasions, dying from use of the syrup. Numerous cases of American babies falling into a coma or becoming addicted From the late 1860s up until the early 20th century, there were As a result mothers were unaware that the syrup contained Prior to the 20th century, manufacturers did not have to reveal the ingredients The history of Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup is one marred by controversy andĬourt cases, because initially it contained morphine. Developing Treatments - Treatments for Children : Teething Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup.'MRS WINSLOW'S SOOTHING SYRUP' 'THE ANGLO AMERICAN DRUG CO.' 'SUCCESSORS TO CURTIS & PERKINS PROPRIETORS' The monogram seems to consist of 4 triangular marks in a grid pattern. Round slender aqua tinted clear glass bottle with embossed text on sides and monogram on base. In time the name was changed to Anglo American Drug Company and was then run by J. This medicine was made for infants and was named Mrs. Winslow was a physician and a nurse for children for about 30 years. Winslow's syrup which she compounded from sulfate or morphia, sodium carbonate, spirits fueniculi and aqua ammonia. By 1849 they started bottling Jeremah Curtis's mother-in-law, Mrs. The business was called Curtis & Perkins Proprietors. 1 West End Kepduakong Bridge Banger, Maine. Perkins would become partners in a medical business. PERKINS: BITTERS & MEDICINE In 1848 Jeremah Curtis and Benjamin A. ![]() Users are advised to contact the source organisation to discuss appropriate reuse. Reuse of any Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander material on this site may require cultural clearances. The length of this time varies and is determined by the community. Users of this site should be aware that in many areas of Australia, reproduction of the names and photographs of deceased people is restricted during a period of mourning. These views are not necessarily the views of Victorian Collections. Or recorded but may not be considered appropriate today. ![]() Some material may contain terms that reflect authors’ views, or those of the period in which the item was written Content also may include images and film of places that may cause sorrow. Please be aware that this website may contain culturally sensitive material - images, voices and information provided by now deceased persons.Ĭontent also may include images and film of places that may cause sorrow.Īboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this website may contain culturally sensitive material - images, voices and information provided by now deceased persons. We celebrate the history and contemporary creativity of the world’s oldest living culture and pay respect to Elders - past, present and future. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the place now called Victoria, and all First Peoples living and working on this land. ![]()
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