Electuary for Incontinence

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Riverius, Opera Medica, 1737

Herb Name Cypress nuts Myrtle berries torrefied Ivory Coriander seed prepared Red Coral Amber Tabasheer Cyperus Galangal

Latin Cupressus semperviens Myrtus communis Eboris Coriandrum sativum Corallum rubrum Succinum Bambusae silicae Cyperus rotundus Alpina officinarum Amount 2 drams ea. 1 dram ea. 1⁄2 dram

Preparation:

Powder, and with Syrup of Confected Lemon peel, form an Electuary

Function:

Astringes to stop Leakage, strengthens the Kidneys

Use:

Incontinence

Dose:

1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

This formula will not be adversely affected by the omission of Ivory.

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