Electuary to Strengthen the Internal Members

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Azaricon (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)

Herb Name Cypress nuts Aloeswood Tamarisk Rose Mastic Lacca Cinnamon

Latin Cupressus semperviens Aquillaria agallocha Tamarisk gallica Rosa gallica Pistacia lentiscus Laccifer lacca Cinnamonum zeylanicum Amount 4 drams ea. 2 drams ea.

Preparation:

Powder and form an Electuary with a concentrated Decoction of Madder and Myrtle (a Syrup with Honey would be better, or add Honey as well)

Function:

Strengthens Internal Members, Strengthens Stomach, Astringent

Use:

1. Chronic Fluxes (Diarrhea)
2. Nausea and Vomiting
3. Stomach Weakness

Dose:

1–2 drams with a decoction of Cypress

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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