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For Mr Dickson.

entirely gouty. but the little tumours in different parts of his body
indicate some fault of blood of which in the first place. Take for a
fortnight together the Decoction ordered below a bottle every day in such
draughts & at such times as please him but let him consume
a bottle in 24 hours. During it no confinement necessary nor any
other diet than what is otherways proper, & now for it with a
view to his gout. Every day at dinner a little animal
food, either flesh or fish but should avoid the heavier
kinds & all baked or fried meats or heavy sauces.
Of whatever kind he taketh the quantity should be very
moderate. Great part of part of his meal should be
made up of broth pudding or vegitables.

His breakfast of Cocoa tea or weak Chocolate &
his supper if any at all should be some milk meat.

His ordinary drink be plain water avoiding
all malt Liquor. If he be not accustomed to take
water alone he may put either a little wine or
spirit to it. After dinner every day he may take
a little strong drink. Either Madeira sherry or
red port, but claret & all the weak or bodied wines
are improper for him. In place of wine he may take
a few glasses of Punch without souring. As to strong drink
a little proper but great moderation is necessary & any degree
of Intermperance d very dangerous

Gaurd against cold. always warmly clothed - thick
shoes & warm stockings

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In good weather a great deal of Exercise. Walking
moderately not amiss. but he must ride on horseback
or go in a carriage to take sufficient Exercise

The diligent use of the Flesh brush necessary
over his whole body. gentle but long continued
Go early to bed & not lye long in the morning