Pulvis ad Phrenitidem
Powder for Madness

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Rondeletius

Herb Name Violet flower Water Lily flower Rose Camomile White Poppy seed Poppy capsule Mandrake root bark Aniseed Dill seed Cochineal

Latin Viola odorata Nymphea alba Rosa gallica Matricaria recutita Papaver somniferum Papaver somniferum Mandragora officinalis Pimpinella anisum Anethum graveolens Coccinus Amount 1 oz. ea. 1⁄2 oz. 2 drams ea. 1 scruple ea.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Clear Heat, Calm the Mind and Nerves

Use:

1. Madness, Frenzy
2. Mental illness associated with excess Heat

Dose:

1–2 scruples

Cautions:

This contains Mandrake and Poppy capsule so is a strong medicine. In many countries this would be illegal to use. If used it should be used cautiously and overdose and long-term use avoided.

Modifications:

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