Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Galen (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556)

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
Aniseed	Pimpinella anisum	1 oz.
Parsley seed	Petroselinum crispum	4 oz.
Dodder	Cuscuta europea	3 drams
Honey	Mel	sufficient

Preparation:

Powder and mix with honey.

Function:

Purges Melancholy

Use:

Melancholy

Dose:

2 drams with water or wine

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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