Electuary to Cleanse the Lungs
Unani / Iranian
The Medical Formulary of al Samarqandi
Powder and mix with Honey to form an Electuary
Clears Cold Phlegm, Strengthens the Lungs
1. Cough from Cold Phlegm
2. Wheezing, Asthma
Half–1 dram
None noted
1. To cleanse the Lungs, add Hyssop and Figs
2. To strengthen the Lungs, add Pine nuts and Raisins
3. To more strongly stop Cough, add Bitter Almond
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Tradition:
Unani / Iranian
Source / Author:
The Medical Formulary of al Samarqandi
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Preparation:
Powder and mix with Honey to form an Electuary
Function:
Clears Cold Phlegm, Strengthens the Lungs
Use:
1. Cough from Cold Phlegm
2. Wheezing, Asthma
Dose:
Half–1 dram
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
1. To cleanse the Lungs, add Hyssop and Figs
2. To strengthen the Lungs, add Pine nuts and Raisins
3. To more strongly stop Cough, add Bitter Almond
Similar Formulas
Electuary of Orris Root
The texts specifies that the proportions of both mediicnes can be altered according to need.
Back To ELECTUARY
Back to FORMULAS
How to Modify a Formula
Substitutes
Weights & Measures