Troches of Agnus Castus

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Herb Name Agnus Castus seed Lettuce seed Rose flowers Pomegranate flower Shavings of Ivory White Amber Armenian Earth Plantain seed Sassafras

Latin Vitex agnus-castus Lactuosa sativa Rosa gallica Punica granatum Eboris Succinum alba Terra Armenia Plantago majus Laurus sassafras Amount 1 dram ea. 2 drams ea. 4 scruples 2 scruples

Preparation:

With the mucilage of Quince seeds extracted in the Water of Water Lily Flowers, make them into Troches.
The Red Earth was traditionally prepared by washing well with distilled water of Knotgrass and drying

Function:

Astringent, stops Leakage and Bleeding

Use:

1. Leukorrhea
2. Excess Menstruation
3. Uterine Bleeding
4. Spermatorrhea, Nocturnal Emission
5. Gonorrhea (after sufficient Purging and Bloodletting)
6. Bleeding in general
7. May be useful for Pre-menstrual or Menopausal symptoms
8. Traditionally used to promote Chastity

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram, up to 2 drams, morning and night

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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