Powder for Severe Sore Throat

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


Wirtzung

Herb Name

Hemlock seed
Radish seed
Asafetida
Borax

Myrrh
Gum Ammoniac
Salt

Latin


Conium maculatum
Raphanus sativa
Ferula asafetida
Sodium borate
Commiphora molmol
Dorema ammoniacum
Sal

Amount








equal parts

Preparation:


Powder finely

Function:


Clears Heat and Toxin, relieves Pain and Swelling

Use:


Used for severe Tonsillitis or Sore Throat where there is a choking feeling and difficulty Breathing.

Dose:


A little is blown directly onto the Throat or Tonsils with a quill or straw.
NOT TAKEN INTERNALLY

Cautions:


1. Not taken internally.
2. Used carefully and only used in small, topical dose


Modifications:



This is a strong medicine, and is given as an example of a strong, topical medicine for severe Sore Throat, including cases where the Tonsils are swollen that Breathing is made difficult or hindered.

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