Pills for Melancholy (Unani)
Pills for Melancholy
Tradition:
Unani
Source / Author:
Dispensatory of Ibn at Tilmid
| Herb Name | Latin | Amount * |
|---|---|---|
| Aftimoon (Dodder) | Cuscuta europea | 20 parts |
| Bisfaij (Polypody) | Polypodium vulgare | 10 parts ea. |
| Ghariqoon (Agaric) | Fomitopsis officinalis | 2 1⁄2 parts ea. |
| Kharbaq (Black Hellebore) | Helleborus niger | 7 parts |
| Namak Hindi (Indian Salt) | Sal Indii | 15 parts |
| Ustukhuddus (Stoechas) | Lavendula stoechas | |
| Ayarij Fiqra (Hiera Picra) | a compound |
Preparation:
Powder and form Pills with a suitable syrup
Function:
Purges Melancholy
Use:
1. Melancholy, heaviness of Mind, Sadness or Fear without cause, Mental Illness
2. Fibroids
3. Cancer
4. Leprosy
5. Obstinate Skin diseases
6. Foul Ulcers and Sores
Dose:
I–2 drams
A potion can be prepared with 3 drams
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
Similar Formulas:
They are a simplified version of Indian Pills of Mesue. They are also very similar to Pills of Lapis Lazuli, without the Lapis Lazuli and Scammony, making this a more practical version of that formula.
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