Emmenagogue Powder

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Medicus Officiosus, Weinhart, 1724

Herb Name Rhubarb Pennyroyal Wormwood Savin Bay berries Mace Saffron

Latin Rheum palmatum Mentha pulegium Artemisia absinthum Juniperus sabina Laurus nobilis Myristica fragrans Crocus sativus Amount 2 drams 1 dram ea. 1⁄2 dram 1 scruple

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Clears Heat, opens Obstructions, moves Blood and Qi

Use:

1. Amenorrhea
2. Dysmenorrhea
3. This may be useful for Tumors of the Uterus, Endometriosis etc.

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram

Cautions:

This is only suitable for use in strong bodies

Modifications:

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