Decoction for Cough and Asthma

Tradition:

Western (Greek)

Source / Author:

Dioscorides (from Syrian “Books of Mediicnes”)

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
Mint	Mentha arvensis
Oregano	Oreganum vulgare
Maidenhair	Adiantum capillus-veneris
Horehound	Marrubium vulgare
Orris	Iris germanica
Licorice	Glycyrrhiza glabra	equal parts

Preparation:

Decoct in water down to half, strain and add Honey

Function:

Stops Cough and Wheezing, Clears Phlegm, Opens the Lungs

Use:

1. Cough
2. Asthma

Dose:

Take a warm draught twice daily

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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