Electuarium Reschidi
Electuary of Reschidi

Tradition:


Unani

Source / Author:


Pharmacopoeia Persica (1681)

Herb Name

Hyacinth (Zircon) *
Mace
Saffron
White Sugar

Latin


Hyacinthus
Myristica fragrans
Crocus sativus
Saccharum alba

Amount



5 parts ea.
3 parts
100 parts

* the texts lists Rubini Hyacinthini, Ruby-colored Hyacinth (Zircon)

Preparation:


Dissolve the Sugar in Rose water, heat gently to the thickness of honey and add the rest in powder.

Function:


Strengthens the Heart, Exhilarates

Use:


1. Heart Weakness
2. Exhilarative

Dose:


1 dram

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:



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