Electuary for Asthma

Tradition:

Western, Unani

Source / Author:

De morbis internis curandis, Mesue, 1551

Herb Name Licorice juice Violet Bitter Almond Marshmallow seed Tragacanth Fennel seed

Latin Succus Glycyrrhiza Viola odorata Prunus amygdalus amara Althea officinalis Astragalus tragacanth Foeniculum vulgare Amount 10 drams ea. 3 drams ea.

Preparation:

Powder; Mix with Mucilage of Psyllium, Linseed and Quince seed, and with syrup of Violet, form an Electuary

Function:

Clears Heat and Phlegm, strengthens the Lungs, stops Cough and Wheezing

Use:

1. Asthma
2. Cough from Heat
3. Wheezing, Breathlessness

Dose:

1–2 drams

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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