Trochisci Aquilaria
Troches of Aloeswood

Tradition:

Western, Unani

Source / Author:

Mesue

Herb Name Aloeswood Rose Mastic Cinnamon Clove Indian Spikenard Nutmeg Parsnip seed Cardamon Cubeb Gallia Moschata Citron peel Mace Ambergris Musk

Latin Aquillaria agallocha Rosa gallica Pistacia lentiscus Cinnamonum zeylanicum Eugenia caryophyllus Nardostachys jatamansi Myristica fragrans Pastinaca sativa Elettaria cardamomum Piper cubeba a compound Citrus medica Myristica fragrans Ambre gris Moschus Amount 2 drams ea. 1 1⁄2 drams ea. 1⁄2 scruple ea.

Preparation:

Powder and form, into Troches with Honey of Raisins

Function:

Strengthen the Heart and Brain, Settles Wind, Regulates Qi

Use:

1. Palpitations
2. Arrhythmia
3. Fainting
4. Catarrh
5. Edema
6. Colic
7. Also to help with Contagious Diseases

Dose:

1 scruple–1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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