Trochisci Gallia Sebellinae

Tradition:

Western, Unani

Source / Author:

Mesue

Herb Name Fresh Rose Aloeswood Clove Gum Arabic Indian Spikenard Yellow Sandalwood Sorrel

Latin Rosa gallica Aquillaria agallocha Eugenia caryophyllus Acacia arabica Nardostachysjatamansi Santalum citrinum Rumex acetosa Amount 1½ oz 1½ drams ea. 2 drams 3 drams

Preparation:

Beat the fresh Rose in a stone mortar and add the rest in powder. Form Troches with Gum Arabic dissolved in Rose water; aromatize with Musk 1 dram, Ambergris, Camphor of each 1 scruple (traditionally ½ aur)

Function:

Clears Heat, strengthens the Heart, Liver and Stomach

Use:

Debility of the Heart, Liver and Stomach

Dose:

1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

Similar Formula:
As this was not commonly used, but it appears in some formulas, Gallia Muscata was sometimes used as a replacement.

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