Electuarium ad Articulos Electuary for the Joints

Tradition:

Unani

Source / Author:

Pharmacopoeia Persica, 1681

Herb Name Colchicum Senna Asarum Ginger Cumin Long Pepper

Latin Colchicum luteum Cassia angustifolia Asarum europeum Zingiber officinalis Cuminum cyminum Piper longum Amount 10 drams 5 drams 2 drams ea.

Preparation:

Powder, and with 3 times their weight of Honey, form an Electuary.

Function:

Clears Wind–Damp

Use:

1. Arthritic pain

Dose:

2 drams

Cautions:

1. Avoid overdose
2. Not used in Pregnancy

Modifications:

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