Powder for Congealed Blood in the Chest

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Herb Name Madder Lacca Armenian Earth Sealed Earth Rhubarb

Latin Rubia tinctorum Laccifer lacca Terra Armenius Terra Sigillata Rheum palmatum Amount 1⁄2 oz. 2 drams 1 dram each 1⁄2 dram

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Moves the Blood, clears Blood Stasis

Use:

Used for Stagnant Blood in the Chest. This was noted to be often caused when treating medicines that stop Spitting of Blood. It may also be caused by trauma to the Chest. It may be used for Blood Stagnation in other parts also.

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram in wine.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

1. It is stronger if Saffron is added
2. It is also stronger if burnt Sponge is added (Wirtzung)

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