Powder for Gravel of Dr. Maghenbuch

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Gabelhover, 1599

Herb Name Ashes of Grape vines Sponge stones Jew’s stone Amber Cinnamon

Latin Vitis vinifera usta Lapis Spongia Lapis Judaicus Succinum Cinnamonum zeylanicum Amount 1⁄2 lb. 1 oz. ea. 1⁄2 oz. 2 drams

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Promotes Urine, clears Damp, resolves Stones

Use:

Gravel and Stones

Dose:

To half ounce of this powder add 1 oz. of sugar. Tie in a cloth and boil in a quart of wine until one third has wasted. Give a warm draught of it every morning, and a cold draught of it at night.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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