Infusum Aurantii Compospitum
Compound Infusion of Orange Peel


Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:



Herb Name

Orange peel, dried
Lemon peel, fresh
Cloves, bruised

Latin


Citrus aurantium
Citrus limonum
Eugenia caryophyllus

Amount


2 drams
1 dram
1⁄2 dram


Preparation:


Infuse in 1⁄2 pint boiling water for 15 minutes, covered, then strain.

Function:


Carminative, stops Spasms

Use:


1. Indigestion
2. Colic

3. also promotes Urine, comforts the Womb

Dose:


2–4 ounces

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:



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