Decoction for Threatened Miscarriage

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


Gabelhover, 1599

Herb Name

Balm
Motherwort
Fennel seed

Latin


Melissa officinalis
Leonurus cardiaca
Foeniculum vulgare

Amount


1⁄2 oz.

2 drams ea.


Preparation:


Boil in a quart of wine, covered for a short time. Strain, and let her drink it until finished. Then tie Balm and Fennel seed, of each 2 drams, in a cloth, and infuse it in her daily drink. Use new herbs every 3 days. This can be continued 4 or more months.

Function:


Benefits the Uterus, stops Bleeding, prevents Miscarriage

Use:


1. Threatened Miscarriage;
2. Bleeding during Pregnancy


Dose:


as directed above

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:



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