Trochisci Anodini
Anodyne Troches

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Galen

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
Celery seed	Apium graveolens
Henbane seed	Hyoscyamus niger
White Pepper	Piper album	6 drams ea.
Aniseed	Pimpinella anisum
Carrot seed	Daucus carrota
Storax	Styrax officinalis	1⁄2 oz. ea.
Saff ron	Crocus sativus
Opium	Opium	3 drams ea.
Castoreum	Castoreum
Myrrh	Commiphora molmol	2 drams ea.

Preparation:

Powder and form Troches with Mandrake or Henbane juice

Function:

Moves Qi, relieves Obstruction, eases Pain

Use:

Used for various types of Pain

Dose:

1⁄2–1 scruple
Used externally by mixing with a little Rose or Violet Water, or Wine, and apply topically.
It can be applied to the temples to ease pain and promote rest.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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