Powder Against Incontinence

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Enchiridion Medicum, Petrus Pomarius, 1612

Herb Name Coriander seed Amber Red Coral Aloeswood Acorns Nutmeg Red Sandalwood

Latin Coriandrum sativum Succinum Corallum rubrum Aquillaria agallocha Quercus spp. Myristica fragrans Pterocarpus santalinus Amount 1 dram 1⁄2 dram 1⁄2 scruple each 2 drams 5 scruples 2 1⁄2 scruples

Preparation:

Powder, and with 5 ounces of Sugar, form Troches

Function:

Astringes to stop Leakage

Use:

1. Urinary Incontinence
2. Nocturnal Enuresis

Dose:

1 scruple–1⁄2 dram before bed

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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