Powder Against Apoplexy (2) (Zwelfer)
Species Contra Apoplexiam
Powder Against Apoplexy (2)
Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Zwelfer (Corpus Pharmaceutico Chymico Medicum, 1697)
| Herb Name | Latin | Amount * |
|---|---|---|
| Doronicum root | Doronicum hookeri | 1⁄2 oz. |
| Peony root | Peonia officinalis | 2 drams each |
| Costus root | Saussurea lappa | 1 1⁄2 oz. each |
| Rosemary flower | Rosmarinus officinalis | 1 1⁄2 drams each |
| Lavender flower | Lavendula officinalis | 2 drams each |
| Siler Montane seed | Siler montanum | 1 1⁄2 drams each |
| Clove Basil seed | Ocinum gratissimum | 2 drams |
| Peony seed | Peonia officinalis | 1 scruple |
| Aniseed | Pimpinella anisum | |
| Coriander seed | Coriandrum sativum | |
| Lesser Cardamon | Elettaria cardamomum | |
| Cinnamon | Cinnamonum zeylanicum | |
| Nutmeg | Myristica fragrans | |
| Clove | Eugenia caryophyllus | |
| Cubeb | Piper cubeba | |
| Aloeswood | Aquillaria agallocha | |
| White Amber | Succinum alba | |
| Oil of Rose wood |
Preparation:
Powder
Function:
Moves Qi and Blood, clears Stasis, benefits the Brain and Nerves
Use:
1. Apoplexy2. Epilepsy
3. Vertgio
4. Dizziness
5. other Wind diseases
Dose:
1⁄2–1 dram
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
This is an expanded version of Powder Against Apoplexy (1) of Zwelfer.
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