Ampoule
Category
Medical & health
Date
3 Aug 1939 - 1 Feb 1941 (expiry date)
Materials
Glass.
Measurements
45 mm (Height); 35 mm (Circumference)
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The Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
NT 1515086.11
Summary
Glass ampoule for 'Pitibulin' - empty, top broken off to extract contents.
Provenance
Acquired by the National Trust when The Workhouse and associated buildings were purchased in 1997. Found in Firbeck Infirmary during restoration.
Marks and inscriptions
On ampoule: Batch No. 75 Licence No. 6 PITUITARY (POSTERIOR LOBE) EXTRACT 10 UNITS IN 1 C.C. Allen & Hanburys Ltd., London, E.2