Electuary for Amnesia
Or, Electuary for Forgetfulness and Foolishness
Unani
Unani Pharmacopoeia
Pharmacopoeia Persica (1681)
Powder the herbs, and mix with clarified Honey to form an Electuary
Clears Cold and Phlegm, moves the Blood, cleanses and benefits the Brain
1. Poor or Failing Memory
2. increases Cerebral Circulation
3. Foolishness
4. Dullness of Mind
5 grams
None noted
Compare with ‘Electuary for Memory’ of Wirtzung that is the same, but omits Calamus and Ginger, and adds Myrrh.
This is used in modern Unani medicine. The same formula appeared in Pharmacopoeia Persica (1681) where it was listed for Forgetfulness and Foolishness.
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Or, Electuary for Forgetfulness and Foolishness
Tradition:
Unani
Source / Author:
Unani Pharmacopoeia
Pharmacopoeia Persica (1681)
Herb NameFrankincenseCalamus Cyperus rotundus Ginger Black Pepper Honey |
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Preparation:
Powder the herbs, and mix with clarified Honey to form an Electuary
Function:
Clears Cold and Phlegm, moves the Blood, cleanses and benefits the Brain
Use:
1. Poor or Failing Memory
2. increases Cerebral Circulation
3. Foolishness
4. Dullness of Mind
Dose:
5 grams
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
Similar Formulas:
Compare with ‘Electuary for Memory’ of Wirtzung that is the same, but omits Calamus and Ginger, and adds Myrrh.
This is used in modern Unani medicine. The same formula appeared in Pharmacopoeia Persica (1681) where it was listed for Forgetfulness and Foolishness.
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