Powder for Dry Cough

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Herb Name Poppy seed Starch Tragacanth Gum Arabic Gourd seed, peeled Quince seed

Latin Papaver somniferum Amylum Astragalus tragacanth Acacia arabica Cucurbitas spp. Cydonia oblonga Amount 1 1⁄4 ounce 1⁄2 ounce ea. 3 drams ea.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Clears Phlegm, moistens the Lungs

Use:

Dry Cough

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

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