Medicament Strong Against Asthma

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


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

Herb Name

Horehound
Birthwort
Lacca

Latin


Marrubium vulgare
Aristolchia spp.
Laccifer lacca

Amount



2 drams ea.
3 drams

Preparation:


Powder and form a confection with three times their weight of Honey.

Function:


Opens the Lungs, Clears Phlegm, Stops Wheezing

Use:


Asthma

Dose:


1–2 drams, up to 3 drams

Cautions:


This contains Aristolchia, which is banned. However, a number of herbs are used as a substitute for Birthwort.

Modifications:


1. Prepared Arum root has been used as a substitute for Birthwort which would be relevant in this formula.

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