is antiseptic, numbing and helps abcesses, too.

not to mention the incessant itching of a brown recluse bite, if one is fortunate enough for it not to occur near major artery. if it gets to the weepy lymph stage, overnight compress of moistened comfrey leaves helps drain it, then clove oil helps reduce itch (which may still last months, but at least may help victim refrain from sawing off leg or lighting with kerosene).

been there. trust me on this one.