Powder for Paralysis and Vertigo (Nicholas)
Powder for Paralysis and Vertigo
Tradition:
Western, Unani
Source / Author:
Nicholas (Nicolai Magni, De Medicis Pulveribus, 1545)
| Herb Name | Latin | Amount * |
|---|---|---|
| Sage | Salvia officinalis | 2 oz. |
| Lavender | Lavendula officinalis | 1 oz. ea. |
| Hyssop | Hyssopus officinale | 1⁄2 oz. ea. |
| Mint | Mentha arvensis | 2 drams |
| Clove | Eugenia caryophyllus | 3 drams |
| Nutmeg | Myristica fragrans | 1⁄2 oz. |
| Cinnamon | Cinnamonum zeylanicum | |
| White Ginger * | Zingiber officinalis | |
| Grains of Paradise | Aframomum melegueta | |
| Zedoary | Curcuma zedoaria | |
| Galangal | Alpina officinarum | |
| Calamus | Acorus calamus | |
| Juniper berry | Juniperus communis | |
| Peony seed | Paeonia officinalis |
* White Ginger can refer to Hedychium coronarium. Regular Ginger can be used in its place.
Preparation:
Powder
Function:
Clears Damp, settles Wind, strengthens the Nerves
Use:
1. Paralysis
2. Vertigo
3. Related Wind diseases
Dose:
1 dram morning and night
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
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