Tincture for Throat Ulcers

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Herb Name Cypress nuts Calamus Sulphur vive burnt Alum Rose Pomegranate peel Mastic Frankincense Pyrethrum Alcohol (40–50%)

Latin Cupressus semperviens Acorus calamus Sulphura Alum usta Rosa gallica Punica granatum Pistacia lentiscus Boswellia sacra Anacyclus pyrethrum Aqua vitae Amount 1 dram ea. 12 oz.

Preparation:

Steep to form a tincture, strain and keep

Function:

Clears Heat, Phlegm and Toxin, promotes Healing

Use:

Applied to Ulcers of the Mouth and Throat

Dose:

This is painted directly onto the Ulcer. It can be diluted (a spoonful at a time) with Plantain or Self Heal water etc. and gargled.

Cautions:

1. This is strong and may be irritating. The first time it is used a little should be tested to see if it needs diluting. It should be used very carefully in the young.

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