Confection for Melancholy of Galen

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


Galen (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)

Herb Name

Aniseed
Parsley seed
Dodder
Honey

Latin


Pimpinella anisum
Petroselinum crispum
Cuscuta europea
Mel

Amount


1 oz.
4 oz.
3 drams
su
fficient

Preparation:


Powder and mix with honey.

Function:


Purges Melancholy

Use:


Melancholy

Dose:


2 drams with water or wine

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:



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