Pulvis Capitalis Calidus
Powder to Warm the Head

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Antidotarium Bononiense, 1641

Herb Name Pennyroyal Calamint Citron peel Marjoram Stoechas Betony Clove Juniper gum

Latin Mentha pulegium Calamintha officinalis Citrus medica Oreganum marjorana Lavendula stoechas Betonica officinalis Eugenia caryophyllus Juniperus communis Amount 2 drams ea.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Warms the Head, clears Cold Phlegm

Use:

1. Catarrh
2. Other conditions associated with Cold Phlegm of the head

Dose:

1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

Juniper berry or Mastic could replace Juniper gum.

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