Containers, metal cylindar 'Benzedrine ' inhaler, mid 20thC

Historical information

An Inhaler helps to ease breathing and provides relief from a stuffy nose caused by colds and allergies.

Physical description

An empty metal cylinder with screw top containing ‘Benzedrine’ inhalation

Inscriptions & markings

’BENZEDRINE’./ BRAND / INHALER / FOR RELIEVING NASAL CONGESTION / Each tube is packed with /……… / Remove both ends , insert tapered /end well into nostril / …….. Effectiveness gradually decreases / with use / ….Distributed by / MENLEY&JAMES (Col) LTD / NORTH SYDNEY N.S.W. / For Smith, Kline & French Laboratories

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