2006.207.1: Prostaphlin Capsules, c. 1961

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2006.207.1: Prostaphlin Capsules.
Image No. 2871 ; Photographer: Helen Kingsley

Object Description

Professional sample pack of 8 Prostaphlin [Sodium Methylphenylisoxazolyl Penicillin] capsules, 250mg each, in dispenser. 'Bristol' printed on each capsule. Lot no. A K-101. Expiry date November 1962. This medication is a penicillin-related antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

Object Classification

Accession Number: 2006.207.1
Collection: Materia Medica & Pharmacology
Date: c. 1961

Object Dimensions

  • Height: 1.8 cm
  • Diameter: 8.1 cm

Object Parts

Object Materials

  • card,
  • drug-capsule,
  • gelatin,
  • plastic,
  • printing ink

Acquisition Detail

  • Manufacturer: Bristol Laboratories of Canada Ltd.
  • Owner: Dr Sydney Segal
  • History of Use: Dr. Sidney Segal [1920-1997] a noted pediatrician and pioneer neonatologist.