Decoction of Hyssop

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Zacharia (De morbis internis curandis, Mesue, 1551)

Herb Name Fig Jujube Sebesten Raisins Licorice Marshmallow seed Quince seed Hyssop Violet

Latin Ficus carica Ziziphus jujuba Cordia spp Vitis vinifera Glycyrrhiza glabra Althea officinalis Cydonia oblonga Hyssopus officinale Viola odorata Amount 10 30 of each 10 drams ea. 5 drams ea.

Preparation:

Decoct in water from 3 lbs to 1 lb.

Function:

Strengthen the Lungs, clears Phlegm and Heat, stops Cough and Wheezing

Use:

1. Cough
2. Asthma, Wheezing

Dose:

3 oz.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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