Powder of Mussel Shells Compound

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Herb Name Mussel shells Coral Filed Deer horn Nutmeg Tormentil Red Earth Nettle seed Plantain seed

Latin Concha Muscula Corallum Cornu Cervii Myristica fragrans Potentilla tormentilla Terra rubra Urtica dioica Plantago majus Amount equal parts

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Astringent, clears Heat, stops Bleeding

Use:

1. Excess Menstruation
2. Uterine Bleeding
3. May be used for other types of Bleeding from Heat
4. May be used as an Antacid

Dose:

1 scruple–1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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