Troches Praised for the Liver, Spleen and Stomach

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Medicamentorum Opus, Nicolai Myrepsus, 1625

Herb Name Asarum Indian Spikenard Senna Rhubarb Purslane seed Rose Cinnamon Chicory Agnus castus Cyperus

Latin Asarum europeum Nardostachys jatamansi Cassia angustifolia Rheum palmatum Portulaceae oleracea Rosa gallica Cinnamonum zeylanicum Chicorium intybus Vitex agnus-castus Cyperus rotundus Amount 1 1⁄2 drams ea. 1⁄2 dram 3 drams ea. 2 drams ea.

Preparation:

Powder; form Troches with Fennel juice

Function:

Opens Obstructions, clears Heat, Alterative

Use:

Pain and obstruction of the Liver, Spleen or Stomach

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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