Powder for the Liver

Tradition:

Unani

Source / Author:

Dispensatory of Ibn at Tilmid

Herb Name

Latin

Amount

Barberry

Berberis vulgaris

Tabasheer

Bambusae silicae

Rose

Rosa gallica

3 parts ea.

Endive seed

Chicorium endiva

Lettuce seed

Lactuosa sativa

White Sandalwood

Santalum album

1 part ea.

Camphor

Camphora

1⁄4 part

Preparation:

Powder; it may be formed into Pastilles

Function:

Clears Liver Heat

Use:

1. Liver Heat
2. Fever associated with Liver Heat

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

Similar Formulas:

Powder for the Liver (Bononiense)
Powder for the Liver (Unani)


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