Trochisci Spodii Avicennae
Troches of Spodium [Tabasheer] of Avicenna

Tradition:

Western, Unani

Source / Author:

Avicenna

Herb Name Rose Tabasheer Sorrel seed Purslane seed Coriander seed prepared * Sumac Starch toasted Pomegranate flowers Barberry Gum Arabic toasted

Latin Rosa gallica Bambusae silicae Rumex acetosa Portulaceae oleracea Coriandrum sativum Rhus parviflora Amylum Punica granatum Berberis vulgaris Acacia arabica Amount 12 drams 10 drams 6 drams 2 1⁄2 drams ea. 2 drams ea. 1 1⁄2 drams

* Coriander seed is infused in vinegar, dried, then torrefied

Preparation:

Powder and with Verjuice, form Troches.

Function:

Clears Heat of the Stomach and Liver, relieves Thirst

Use:

1. Fever from Bile, especially with Diarrhea
2. Heat and Inflammation of the Stomach
3. Heat and Inflammation of the Liver
4. Thirst

Dose:

1–2 drams

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

Some sources listed this as a second description of Troches of Spodium out of Mesue, while other have credited it to Avicenna. We have chosen to list Avicenna as the source.

As has been stated elsewhere, Spodium (burnt Ivory) was used in place of Tabasheer of the Arab physicians. The correct ingredient in the Spodium formulas is Tabasheer.

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