Powder to Purge Phlegm

Tradition:

Unani

Source / Author:

Dispensatory of Ibn at Tilmid

Herb Name Sonth (Ginger) Turbud (Turbith) Misri (Sugar)

Latin Zingiber officinalis Operculina turpethum Saccharum Amount 10 drams ea.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Purges Phlegm

Use:

Used to Purge Phlegm in all types of Phlegm diseases. This is a major medicine for purging Phlegm. It may be given for Asthma, Cough with excess phlegm, excess Phlegm of the Stomach etc.

Dose:

3–6 grams with hot water

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

1. It is stronger and more effective if Mastic is added. This forms Powder of Turbith of Avicenna

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