Decoction of Tormentil

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Gabelhover, 1599

Herb Name Tormentil Mastic Ginger Galangal

Latin Potentilla tormentilla Pistacia lentiscus Zingiber officinalis Alpina officinarum Amount 2 drams ea. 1 dram

Preparation:

Decoct in sufficient water down to half

Function:

Astringent, Warms and strengthens the Stomach and Bowels

Use:

Diarrhea

Dose:

the above can be taken in divided doses over the course of a day

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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