Powder for After-Pains

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Lemery (Pharmacopeia Universal, 1749)

Herb Name Comfrey root Spignel root Acorn of the Oak Amber Orange peel Mace Saffron Savory seed Coriander seed

Latin Symphytum officinale Meum asthmaticum Quercus spp. Succinum Citrus aurantium Myristica fragrans Crocus sativus Satureja montana Coriandrum sativum Amount 2 drams ea. 1 1⁄2 drams ea. 2 scruples ea.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Moves the Blood, relieves Pain

Use:

After-pains of Childbirth

Dose:

1–2 scruples

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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