Compound for Paralysis from Salerno

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

School of Salerno

Herb Name Sage Cowslip Lavender Cress Walnut

Latin Salvia officinalis Primula veris Lavendula officinalis Nasturtium officinale Jugulans regia Amount 2 drams ea. 5 drams

Preparation:

The juices of the herbs is mixed with Walnuts, to which a little Castoreum was added.

Function:

Settles Wind, benefits the Nerves

Use:

Paralysis

Dose:

1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

This was a standard formula of the Salerno school in Southern Italy.
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