Powder for Hardness of the Kidneys

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


Nicolas (Nicolai Magni, De Medicis Pulveribus, 1545)

Herb Name

Cucumber seed
Pumpkin seed
Marshmallow seed
Mallow seed
Linseed

Latin


Cucumis sativus
Cucurbita pepo
Althea officinalis
Malva sylvestris
Linium usitatissimum

Amount






1⁄2 oz. ea.

Preparation:


Powder

Function:


Open Obstructions, clears Heat, softens to resolve Hardness

Use:


Hardness (sclerosis) of Kidney, associated with Heat. It may be used for hardness of other organs associated with Heat.

Dose:


3 drams with Syrup of Violets

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:



This is more cooling and opening compared to the Powder for Hardness of the Kidneys of Alexander Benedictus.
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