Powder for Pica

Tradition:

Unani

Source / Author:

Pharmacopoeia Persica, 1681

Herb Name Mastic Aloeswood Cumin

Latin Pistacia lentiscus Aquillaria agallocha Cuminum cyminum Amount 1 dram 1⁄2 dram 1⁄2 scruple

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Benefits the Stomach, Promotes Appetite

Use:

Pica; Poor Appetite of Pregnancy

Dose:

1 scruple

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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