Historical information
Cocaine was the first topical anaesthetic. It quickly numbs the area after application. Synthetic drugs provide better local anaesthesia without negative side-effects of cocaine. It is now only used for nasal surgery to prevent bleeding.
Physical description
Small clear glass vial with cork stopper and discoloured [white] manufacturer's label with black printing. There is a small amount of white powder in the vial, presumably hydrochloride of cocaine as per label.
Inscriptions & markings
Black print on manufacturer's label: Hydrochloride of Cocaine / POISON / T. MORSON & SON / London England
