A Maine homeowner found a hidden cabinet with 1940s medical remedies, including castor oil and Senokot, in her old home’s wall.

A woman renovating an old home in Maine discovered a hidden door concealed within the wall, leading to a small cabinet filled with vintage medical remedies, including castor oil and a bottle labeled as a “laxative,” along with a tin marked “clinical trial supply” of Senokot, a brand first launched in the 1950s. The items, likely from the 1940s, suggest the storage may have been linked to early testing or personal use. The find, shared on Instagram, drew widespread attention and highlights how older homes can conceal long-buried artifacts tied to past health practices and personal habits.