Powder of Coral and Mother-of-Pearl

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Gabelhover, 1599

Herb Name Red Coral Mother of Pearl

Latin Corallum Rubrum Concha Margarita Amount 1⁄2 oz. each

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Clears Heat, stops Bleeding, calms the Mind and Nerves

Use:

1. Excess Menstrual Bleeding
2. Uterine Bleeding
3. Calms the Mind and Nerves in Headache, Irritability, Restlessness, Insomnia etc.

Dose:

1 scruple–1 dram in a suitable vehicle

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

Often Pearl and Coral are combined. This source listed Mother-of-Pearl which is an accepted substitute for Pearl.
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