Note 703 — Chapter L · HECTIC FEVER OR PHTHISIS[698]

A nuk͟hūd is the twenty-fourth part of a mis̤qāl and a mis̤qāl is equal to about three grains. Camphor has a peculiar effect on hawks, producing intoxication, and later convulsions, according to the dose and the condition of the hawk. Two grains of fresh, strong camphor, given to a saker in fair condition and on an empty stomach, will produce intoxication. A larger dose will generally cause convulsions and possibly death.