Pulvis ad Casus Minus
Powder for Bruising Lesser

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Renodeus (Dispensatorium medicum, 1615)

Herb Name Lacca Myrrh Armenian Earth

Latin Laccifer lacca Commiphora molmol Terra Armenius Amount 2 scruples ea. 1 1⁄2 drams

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Moves the Blood, clears Stasis

Use:

1. Bruising
2. Trauma

Dose:

1 scruple–1 dram, taken with wine or some other suitable vehicle

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

Similar Formulas:

The ‘Powder for Those who Fall from their Horse’ adds Fenugreek and Castoreum to this combination.

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