2006.207.1: Prostaphlin Capsules, c. 1961
Additional Images
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.
