Powder of Chebula and Rhubarb (Philon)
Powder of Chebula and Rhubarb Tradition: Western Source / Author: Philon (Nicolai Magni, De Medicis Pulveribus, 1545) Herb Name Yellow MyrobalanRhubarb torrefied Latin Terminalia chebula (yellow) Rheum palmatum Amount 3 1⁄2 drams 1 1⁄2 drams Preparation: Powder Function: Clears Heat, Astringent Use: 1. Dysentery2. heat-type Diarrhea Dose: 1 dram with Iron water Cautions: None noted…