Pulvis Contra Abortum
Powder Against Miscarriage

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Corpus Pharmaceutico Chymico Medicum, 1697

Herb Name Clove Nutmeg Tormentil Pearl Red Coral Gold leaves Pearled Sugar (Manus Christi)

Latin Eugenia caryophyllus Myristica fragrans Potentilla tormentilla Margarita Corallum rubrum Aurum Saccharum perlata Amount 1 scruple 2 scruples 1⁄2 dram 1 scruple ea. 3 3 drams

Preparation:

Powder finely and mix well

Function:

Regulates Qi, clears Heat, prevents Leakages, calms the Mind and Spirit

Use:

Threatened Miscarriage from:
1. Fright;
2. Emotions, Restlessness;
3. Hyperactivity of the Fetus;
4. excess Heat;
5. Bleeding

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram in a suitable vehicle

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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