Powder to Strengthen the Stomach

Tradition:

Western, Unani

Source / Author:

Nicolas (Nicolai Magni, De Medicis Pulveribus, 1545)

Herb Name Citron peel Mastic Cinnamon Sugar of Roses

Latin Citrus medica Pistacia lentiscus Cinnamonum zeylanicum Saccharum Rosatum Amount 1 oz. 1 dram 3 drams 1 1⁄2 oz.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Warms and Strengthen the Stomach, clears Damp, regulates Qi

Use:

Stomach weakness with Damp or Qi stagnation

Dose:

1 scruple–1⁄2 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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