Powder of Rhubarb

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Fuchs

Herb Name

Latin

Amount

Rhubarb

Rheum palmatum

2 drams

Indian Spikenard

Nardostachys jatamansi

Mastic

Pistacia lentiscus

6 grains ea.

Sugar

Saccharum

2 scruples

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Purges Bile humor

Use:

Used for excess Bile humor (red eyes, headache, Liver pain and distention etc.)

Dose:

1⁄2 dram, up to 1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:



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