These Darvon pain killer capsules were contained in the medical kit from the Apollo 15 spacecraft. The medical kit contained a variety of first aid articles for the astronauts. As these were not used during the mission, they were returned to earth.

Transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA in 1972.

Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.

Object Details

Country of Origin

United States of America

Type

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Medical

Manufacturer

Lilley Co.

Dimensions

Overall: 1 1/2in. x 7in. (3.81 x 17.78cm)

Materials

Package: Aluminium foil, plastic
Contents: Darvon capsules

Inventory Number

A19721336000

Credit Line

Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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