Kalms

Kalms

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Description
The indications or uses for this product as provided by the manufacturer are: Kalms are produced by Johnson & Johnson especially for the relief of normal menstrual discomfort. They are not offered as a cure, nor to replace medical advice. You will find them helpful in the relief of other pains, such as headache, neuralgia and backache -- also in the relief of the common cold.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
otc preparation
Other Terms
Patent Medicines; Drugs; Non-Liquid
Date made
ca 1940
maker
Johnson and Johnson
place made
United States: New Jersey, New Brunswick
Physical Description
antipyrin (2 grains) (drug active ingredients)
amidopyrin (3 grains) (drug active ingredients)
caffein (1/2 grain) (drug active ingredients)
Measurements
overall:.8 cm x 7.2 cm x 2.4 cm; 5/16 in x 2 13/16 in x 15/16 in
overall: 1 in x 2 7/8 in x 3/8 in; 2.54 cm x 7.3025 cm x.9525 cm
ID Number
1981.0895.016
accession number
1981.0895
catalog number
1981.0895.016
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Balm of America
Data Source
National Museum of American History
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