Pulvis Contra Dolores Post Partum
Powder Against Postpartum Pain

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


Luminare Majus (1551)

Herb Name

Cassia Wood
Cinnamon
Maidenhair
Aniseed
Raisin

Latin


Cinnamonum cassia
Cinnamonum zeylanicum
Adiantum capillus-veneris
Pimpinella anisum

Vitis vinifera

Amount




2 drams ea.

4 drams ea.

Preparation:


Dry the Raisins well, then powder all finely

Function:


Moves the Qi and Blood, relieves Pain

Use:


Postpartum Pain

Dose:


1 dram with white wine

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:



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