Troches of Bdellium of Avicenna

Tradition:

Unani

Source / Author:

Avicenna

Herb Name Rose Bdellium Indian Spikenard Bitter Almond Costus Myrrh Mastic

Latin Rosa gallica Commiphora mukul Nardostachys jatamansi Prunus amygdalus amara Saussurea lappa Commiphora molmol Pistacia lentiscus Amount 10 drams 3 drams 2 drams 1 1⁄2 drams ea. 1 dram ea.

Preparation:

Dissolve Bdellium and Myrrh in wine, add the rest in powder and form Troches.

Function:

Opens Obstructions, strengthens Stomach and Digestion

Use:

1. Stomach and Liver debility which affects digestion
2. Obstruction of the Stomach, Liver or abdominal organs.

Dose:

1 scruple–1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

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