Powder Proven for Lung Defects and all Coughs

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Galen (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)

Herb Name Radish seed Pellitory Elecampane Orris * Black Pepper

Latin Raphanus sativa Anacyclus pyrethrum Inula helenium  Iris spp. Piper nigrum Amount 1 dram ea.

* The text lists Iridis Illyricae, Illyrian Orris from the region of Albania and Croatia.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Clears Phlegm, stops Cough, strengthens the Lungs

Use:

1. Lung weakness with Cold Phlegm
2. Cough from Cold Phlegm

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram morning and night with warm water

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

1. Licorice would be a good and obvious addition.

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