Powder for Hemoptysis

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Galen (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)

Herb Name Dragon’s Blood Aloe Comfrey Alum

Latin Daemonorops draco Aloe spp. Symphytum officinale Alumen Amount equal parts

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Clears Heat, stop Bleeding

Use:

1. Hemoptysis
2. Can be used for other types of Bleeding

Dose:

1 scruple–1⁄2 dram with cold water or Plantain juice.

Cautions:

None noted

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