Decoctum Hepaticum
Hepatic Decoction

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Hoffman

Herb Name Chicory root Dandelion root Asparagus root Melon seed kernel Cucumber seed kernel Pumpkin seed kernel Gourd seed kernel Scabious leaf Chicory leaf Endive leaf Licorice Raisins

Latin Chicorium intybus Taraxacum officinale Asparagus officinale Citrullus vulgaris Cucumis sativus Cucurbita pepo Cucurbitas spp. Scabiosa arvensis Chicorium intybus Chicorium endiva Glycyrrhiza glabra Vitis vinifera Amount 6 drams ea. 2 drams ea. 1⁄2 handful ea. 2 drams 1 ounce

Preparation:

Prepare a standard decoction.

Function:

clears Heat, resists Poison, nourishes the Liver

Use:

1. Liver Heat conditions(red eyes, irritable, yellow urine, swift pulse);
2. Headache,
3. tenderness over the Liver and Gall Bladder
4. Irritability;
5. Urinary Tract Infections;
6. Hepatitis

Dose:

1–3 ounces, morning and night

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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