Decoction of Marshmallow root
Western
Boil gently in 7 pints down to 5 pints, strain, allow to cool and settle, then decant the clear.
Clears Heat, soothes Irritation, nourishes Yin, increases Qi
1. Heat and Irritation of the Throat or Lungs; acute sore Throat, acute Cough
2. Heat and Irritation of the Urinary system; Cystitis
small cupful morning and night
None noted
1. Cough from Heat, add Ribwort Plantain and Licorice
2. Chronic Cough with Blood, add Comfrey and Licorice
3. Spasmodic Cough, add Aniseed and Thyme
4. Cystitis with Heat and Irritation, add Barley
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Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Herb NameMarshmallow root, bruisedRaisins, stoned |
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Preparation:
Boil gently in 7 pints down to 5 pints, strain, allow to cool and settle, then decant the clear.
Function:
Clears Heat, soothes Irritation, nourishes Yin, increases Qi
Use:
1. Heat and Irritation of the Throat or Lungs; acute sore Throat, acute Cough
2. Heat and Irritation of the Urinary system; Cystitis
Dose:
small cupful morning and night
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
1. Cough from Heat, add Ribwort Plantain and Licorice
2. Chronic Cough with Blood, add Comfrey and Licorice
3. Spasmodic Cough, add Aniseed and Thyme
4. Cystitis with Heat and Irritation, add Barley
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