Historical information
This bottle was found in the pine plantation in Orbost.
De Witt’s Kidney and Bladder Pills were intended to ease backache, aches and pains in the muscles, and kidney problems. They are typical of a huge range of treatments that were available ‘over the counter’ at pharmacists for many years.
Significance
This item reflects the changes and development in public health and medicine over the last century.
Physical description
An empty rectangular clear glass bottle that contained De Witts Pills.
Inscriptions & markings
On bottom - DE WITT
