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Summary

A 1906-1917 prescription book from Denmark details 45 medical prescriptions issued by a physician to his sister. This unique historical record offers insights into common medicines and pharmacy practices of the era.

Area of Science:

* History of Pharmacy
* Pharmaceutical History
* Medical History

Background:

* A unique prescription book from 1906-1917, belonging to Mrs. I.J. Valentiner, is housed in the Danish Collection of the History of Pharmacy.
* The book contains 45 prescriptions, primarily written by Mrs. Valentiner's brother, physician Axel Bentsen, for her and her family on the Frederikslund estate on Funen.
* Prescriptions were often issued during Bentsen's visits, suggesting a practical approach to providing a range of medicines like analgesics, cough mixtures, laxatives, and ointments.

Discussion:

* The frequent, close dating of prescriptions implies they were issued during the physician's visits to his sister.
* This practice highlights a personal and practical method of medicine provision within a family context during the early 20th century.
* The involvement of various pharmacies in dispensing these prescriptions indicates the distribution network for medicines at the time.

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Key Insights:

* The prescription book serves as a valuable primary source for understanding the types of medications commonly used for ailments such as pain, respiratory issues, and skin conditions.
* It provides a glimpse into the patient-physician relationship and family healthcare practices in rural Denmark during the specified period.
* The record demonstrates the longevity of use for the prescription book, spanning 20 years until 1926, with 24 prescriptions dispensed by different pharmacies.

Outlook:

* Further analysis could explore the specific ingredients and therapeutic uses of the documented medicines.
* This historical document can contribute to broader studies on public health, pharmaceutical practices, and social history in early 20th-century Denmark.
* Comparative studies with other available prescription records could reveal regional or temporal variations in medical treatments.