Powder of Tormentil Compound

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Grieves

Herb Name	Latin	Amount
Tormentil	Potentilla tormentilla
Galangal	Alpina officinarum
Marshmallow root	Althea officinalis	1 oz. ea.
Ginger	Zingiber officinalis	1⁄2 oz.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Astringent

Use:

‘A very reliable remedy for diarrhea and dysentery.’

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

Ginger may be used instead of Galangal and Mastic may be used in place of Marshmallow.

Similar Formulas:

Compare with Decoction of Tormentil (Gabelhover, 1599). This is the same prescription in the same proportions with Mastic replacing Marshmallow, and Galangal and Ginger being swapped.

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