Electuary for Amnesia
Or, Electuary for Forgetfulness and Foolishness
Tradition:
Unani
Source / Author:
Unani Pharmacopoeia
Pharmacopoeia Persica (1681)
|
Herb Name |
Latin |
Amount * |
|---|---|---|
|
Boswellia sacra | ||
|
Acorus calamus | ||
|
Cyperus rotundus |
30 grams ea. | |
|
Zingiber officinalis | ||
|
Piper nigrum |
15 grams ea. | |
|
Mel |
200 grams |
Preparation:
Powder the herbs, and mix with clarified Honey to form an Electuary
Function:
Clears Cold and Phlegm, moves the Blood, cleanses and benefits the Brain
Use:
1. Poor or Failing Memory
2. increases Cerebral Circulation
3. Foolishness
4. Dullness of Mind
Dose:
5 grams
Comment:
This is used in modern Unani medicine. The same formula appeared in Pharmacopoeia Persica (1681) where it was listed for Forgetfulness and Foolishness.
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
Similar Formulas:
Compare with ‘Electuary for Memory’ of Wirtzung that is the same, but omits Calamus and Ginger, and adds Myrrh.
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