Trochisci Diarrhodon
Troches of Rose
Western, Unani
Mesue
There were a number of versions, the first from Mesue:
A Second version of Mesue:
A modern Unani version:
This last version is most practical due to the omission of Aloeswood and Saffron.
Powder and form Troches with White Wine.
The last version above of modern Unani recommends forming Troches with Rose water.
Cordial Tonic, clears Heat, open Obstructions, calms the Mind
1. Used to cool and strengthen the Heart, Brain, Stomach and Liver
2. Fever from Phlegm and Bile; useful in Chronic disease, complex Fevers;
3. Pain and Obstruction of the Stomach, Liver and Bowels; Dysentery and Colic.
4. The modern Unani version is specifically indicated in obstructive Jaundice.
5. Some commended them for Mania and Mental Illness; they were also used for Consumption.
1 scruple–1 dram
The modern Unani version is slightly weaker so is given in doses of up to 5 grams.
None noted
1. In later times, Sandalwood was used in place of Aloeswood.
2. Later versions commonly added 1⁄2 scruple of Camphor, making it better for clearing Heat.
3. When Tabasheer is omitted it is less Cooling and more strengthening for the Stomach.
4. Nicholas had a version which used Rose, Tabasheer, and Red and White Sandalwood in place of Aloeswood. He ommitted Licorice, Spikenard and Mastic, but added Saffron and Camphor
5. A version from The Medical Formulary of al Samarqandi used onle 4 ingredients: Rose (10 parts), Licorice juice (2 parts), Mastic and Indian Spikenard (1 dram each). These were listed to strengthen the Stomach.
“Troches of Rose is a good useful remedy for stomach ailments especially when the patient is weak because of chronic and compound Fevers. These are because the stomach has been weakened. The ailment does not disappear unless the Stomach is made strong and its condition is improved. The ratio of Rose needed to strengthen the Stomach in fevers since it is useful in this condition is like the ratio of the Myrobalans to it with no fevers attendant. It is as if the Myrobalans are a yeast. The basis for the Myrobalans is like that for the Troches of Rose. It is so made that the dose of it contains a dirham of Rose.
The first thing which must be added to the Rose and mixed with it is the Licorice root and Indian Spikenard according to the ratio of a half to a fourth. Thereafter, its prescriptions vary according to the differences in Fevers. Sometimes more cold medicines promote flowing; sometimes more of the hot are included according to necessity.” (The Medical Formulary of al Samarqandi)
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Troches of Rose
Tradition:
Western, Unani
Source / Author:
Mesue
There were a number of versions, the first from Mesue:
Herb NameRoseLicorice Mastic Indian Spikenard Aloeswood Tabasheer Saffron |
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A Second version of Mesue:
Herb NameRoseIndian Spikenard Aloeswood Licorice Tabasheer Mastic Saffron |
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A modern Unani version:
Herb NameRoseLicorice Indian Spikenard Tabasheer Mastic |
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This last version is most practical due to the omission of Aloeswood and Saffron.
Preparation:
Powder and form Troches with White Wine.
The last version above of modern Unani recommends forming Troches with Rose water.
Function:
Cordial Tonic, clears Heat, open Obstructions, calms the Mind
Use:
1. Used to cool and strengthen the Heart, Brain, Stomach and Liver
2. Fever from Phlegm and Bile; useful in Chronic disease, complex Fevers;
3. Pain and Obstruction of the Stomach, Liver and Bowels; Dysentery and Colic.
4. The modern Unani version is specifically indicated in obstructive Jaundice.
5. Some commended them for Mania and Mental Illness; they were also used for Consumption.
Dose:
1 scruple–1 dram
The modern Unani version is slightly weaker so is given in doses of up to 5 grams.
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
1. In later times, Sandalwood was used in place of Aloeswood.
2. Later versions commonly added 1⁄2 scruple of Camphor, making it better for clearing Heat.
3. When Tabasheer is omitted it is less Cooling and more strengthening for the Stomach.
4. Nicholas had a version which used Rose, Tabasheer, and Red and White Sandalwood in place of Aloeswood. He ommitted Licorice, Spikenard and Mastic, but added Saffron and Camphor
5. A version from The Medical Formulary of al Samarqandi used onle 4 ingredients: Rose (10 parts), Licorice juice (2 parts), Mastic and Indian Spikenard (1 dram each). These were listed to strengthen the Stomach.
“Troches of Rose is a good useful remedy for stomach ailments especially when the patient is weak because of chronic and compound Fevers. These are because the stomach has been weakened. The ailment does not disappear unless the Stomach is made strong and its condition is improved. The ratio of Rose needed to strengthen the Stomach in fevers since it is useful in this condition is like the ratio of the Myrobalans to it with no fevers attendant. It is as if the Myrobalans are a yeast. The basis for the Myrobalans is like that for the Troches of Rose. It is so made that the dose of it contains a dirham of Rose.
The first thing which must be added to the Rose and mixed with it is the Licorice root and Indian Spikenard according to the ratio of a half to a fourth. Thereafter, its prescriptions vary according to the differences in Fevers. Sometimes more cold medicines promote flowing; sometimes more of the hot are included according to necessity.” (The Medical Formulary of al Samarqandi)
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