Astringent Strengthening Decoction

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:



Herb Name

Comfrey root
Madder
Sage
Pennyroyal
Oak leaves
Red Rose
Cumin seed
Crude Alum

Latin


Symphytum officinale
Rubia tinctorum
Salvia officinalis
Mentha pulegium
Quercus spp.
Rosa gallica
Cuminum cyminum
Alumen

Amount



2 drams ea.

1 handful ea.

1⁄2 handful ea.

2 drams ea.

Preparation:


Form a decoction in 3 lbs. of Red Wine.

Function:


Astringent

Use:


Prolapse of the Uterus

Dose:


a small cupful twice daily

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:



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