Compound for Paralysis from Salerno

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

School of Salerno

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
Sage	Salvia officinalis
Cowslip	Primula veris
Lavender	Lavendula officinalis
Cress	Nasturtium officinale	2 drams ea.
Walnut	Jugulans regia	5 drams

Preparation:

The juices of the herbs is mixed with Walnuts, to which a little Castoreum was added.

Function:

Settles Wind, benefits the Nerves

Use:

Paralysis

Dose:

1 dram

Comment:

This was a standard formula of the Salerno school in Southern Italy.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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