Electuary to Strengthen the Sight

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Herb Name Conserve of Eyebright Conserve of Betony Conserve of Rosemary Elecampane root Fennel roots condited Chebulic Myrobalans Confected Rue seeds Lovage seed Essence or Spirit of Valerian

Latin Euphrasia officinalis Betonica officinalis Rosmarinus officinalis Inula helenium Foeniculum vulgare Terminalia chebula Ruta graveolens Levisticum officinale Valeriana officinalis Amount 1 1⁄2 oz. 1 oz. ea. 2 drams 1⁄2 oz. 3 drams 1⁄2 scruple 7 grains 1 dram

Preparation:

Powder and with Syrup of Betony, form an Electuary.

Function:

Tonifies Qi, moves Qi, clears Damp, strengthens the Head and Senses

Use:

1. Poor or Failing Eyesight
2. Tonic to keep the Eyes strong

Dose:

2 drams morning and night

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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