Emmenagogue Syrup

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

De Morbis Foeminis, Turner, 1686

Herb Name Madder root Cyperus root Asparagus root Butcher’s Broom root Melon seed Balm Valerian Savin Mint Pennyroyal Licorice Currants

Latin Rubia tinctorum Cyperus rotundus Asparagus officinale Ruscus aculeatus Citrullus vulgaris Melissa officinalis Valeriana officinalis Juniperus sabina Mentha arvensis Mentha pulegium Glycyrrhiza glabra Ribes nigrum Amount 1 oz. ea. 2 handfuls 1 handful ea. 1⁄2 oz. ea.

Preparation:

Decoct in water; strain, and form a syrup with 12 ounces of Honey

Function:

Opens Obstructions, moves Blood and Qi, strengthens Qi and Blood, nourishes Yin, promotes Menstruation

Use:

1. Amenorrhea with deficiency
2. Dysmenorrhea
3. Uterine Obstruction which may include Fibroids, Tumors, Endometriosis etc

Dose:

1⁄2–2 oz.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

This is sweeter and more nourishing than most Emmenagogue formulas, making it more pleasant and more tonifying. It is therefore good for young girls with a delicate disposition, and women with deficiency.

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