Emollient Powder

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Pharmacopeia Pauperum, Hamburg, 1781

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
Marshmallow leaf	Althea officinalis
Camomile	Matricaria recutita	1 handful ea.
Linseed	Linium usitatissimum	1⁄2 oz.

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Clears Heat, relieves Irritation

Use:

1. Irritation of the Stomach and Intestines: Diarrhea
2. Acute Cough from Heat
3. Heat of the Urine, Cystitis

Dose:

1 scruple–1⁄2 dram in a suitable vehicle (Barley water etc.)

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

1. It is stronger with a little Licorice
2. with Pain, add Poppy seed

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