Abstract: A dense dragee surface layer is provided by coating the dragee at 85.degree.-90.degree. C. with a melt of xylitol and sorbitol in a weight ratio of 9:1 to 1:1.

Abstract: A device for dispensing fluids includes a container which is at least partially transparent to permit viewing of the amount of fluid in the container, the container being arranged to dispense the fluid therefrom at a controlled rate. A scale having indicia thereof for relating the fluid level to a known parameter is initially independent of said container and mounting means are provided for mounting the scale on the container in a position to relate the liquid level in the container to the indicia on the scale according to the known parameter.

Abstract: An improvement in infusion solutions for parenteral solutions containing normally water-insoluble lipids and/or essential fatty components is disclosed. A minor amount sufficient to solubilize the said normally water-insoluble lipids and fatty components of a solubilizing mixture of ethanol and at least one member selected from the group consisting of propanediol, butane diol and hydroxy-substituted cholanic acid derivatives is mixed with the infusion solution to obtain a clear, pyrogen-free solution.

Abstract: An improved lidocaine-containing infusion solution for the treatment of tachycardiac disturbances of heart rhythm is disclosed. The improved solution contains an antiarrhythmic effective amount of potassium and magnesium ions.