John's Water

Aqua Johannis
‘John’s Water’

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Herb Name Latin Amount *
Living Sulphur Sulphur viv 1⁄2 oz. ea.
Red Mint Mentha spp.
Alum Alumen 2 drams ea.
Sugar Saccharum 1⁄2 dram
Mastic Pistacia lentiscus 3 oz.
Frankincense Boswellia sacra
Pellitory Anacyclus pyrethrum
Brandy Spiritum Vitae

Preparation:

Powder wheat is to be powdered, then mix well together, then filter.

Function:

Clears Heat and Toxin, promotes Healing

Use:

1. Severe Sore Throat
2. Tonsillitis
3. Blisters or Ulcers of the Mouth, Throat or Tonsils

Dose:

Use as a gargle several times daily

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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