Syrupus de Miua Citontorum Aromaticum
Syrup of Quince with Spices

Tradition:

Western, Unani

Source / Author:

Nicholas (Pharmacopoeia Augustana)

Herb Name

Latin

Amount *

Sour Quince juiceOld WineClarified Honey (or Sugar)CinnamonCardamonCloveGingerMasticMaceSaffronMuskAloeswood

Cydonia oblongaVinum antiquusMel clarificansCinnamonum zeylanicumElettaria cardamomumEugenia caryophyllusZingiber officinalisPistacia lentiscusMyristica fragransCrocus sativusMoschusAquillaria agallocha

7 lbs.3 1⁄2 lbs.2 lbs., 4 oz.1 1⁄2 drams ea.1 dram2 scruples ea.1 dram1⁄2 dram1 scruple

Preparation:

Seethe the Juice, Wine and Honey together, removing the scum as it rises. In this syrup, hang a cloth with the remaining herbs tied up, stir well, and leave for 24 hours, then wring out hard.

Function:

Strengthens the Stomach, benefits Qi, stops Leakage

Use:

1. Stomach or Spleen weakness
2. Indigestion
3. Diarrhea or looseness
4. Adjunct in Spleen hardness or Tumors
5. Cold pain of the Kidneys
6. Obstruction of the Kidneys
7. Weakness during Pregnancy (without Musk and Saffron)

Dose:

1–3 oz.

Cautions:

Although it was used during Pregnancy, Saffron and Musk should be omitted if used during Pregnancy.

Modifications:

1. Some versions listed 1 dram Gallia Moschata instead of Aloeswood.
2. Take with decoction of Myrtle as a tonic during Pregnancy.

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