FZ:-
He was dragged into the cloakroom where the doc administered a pint glass of water containing the content of a salt cellar
I am pleased to note that the proprieties were fully observed. The very thought that a pint of water, with or without any salt added, should have been administered in the bar is unthinkable. Thank goodness that the MO had the presence of mind to remove him so promptly from the scene. Clearly his training shone through at that very critical moment!