British Medical Journal, Vol. 1, No. 5170, p. 44.
today's SEDATIVE and tonight's HYPNOTIC
When sleep is a necessary aid to treatment in mental or physical illness, 'Distaval' is welcome for its potent hypnotic effect combined with outstanding safety. Having no demonstrable toxicity and minimal side-effects, this effective hypnotic can safely be given to infants and the elderly and in conditions where other drugs may be contra-indicated. It is also tasteless. In sedative doses, 'Distaval' is an invaluable aid in the treatment of certain mental illnesses or whenever it is desirable to ease the pressure of emotional stress.
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SAFE but effective non-barbituric sedative and hypnotic Now exempt from purchase tax
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