Note (37) — BOOK IV. (continued 2)

37. Acopon, according to the derivation of the word, signifies something that relieves lassitude, which was rubbed upon the joints.—Our author exhibits some forms of them lib. v. cap. 24. where their consistence varies.—P. Ægineta for acopa orders four parts of oil to one of wax, lib. vii. cap. 17.—In later ages the word was used in a more extensive sense, for compositions of the consistence of oil, or as a liniment even when the intention was not to relieve fatigue.