Powder of Crabs (Unani)
Powder of Crabs
Tradition:
Unani
Source / Author:
Pharmacopoeia Persica, 1681
| Herb Name | Latin | Amount * |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Crabs burnt | Cancer usta | 2 drams |
| Roman Vitriol * | Copper sulphate | 5 drams ea. |
| Gum Arabic | Acacia arabica | |
| White Poppy seed | Papaver somniferum alba | |
| Black Poppy seed | Papaver somniferum nigra | |
| Water melon seed | Citrullus vulgaris |
* Copper sulphate is useful for Phthisis (Consumption), and is used to clear Phlegm. However, doses of around 300mg are emetic. Therapeutic doses are usually arounf 5–7mg. Therefore, a much smaller dose would typically be used for the intended purpose. In addition, Copper sulphate is typically prepared for internal use.
Preparation:
Powder
Function:
Clears Deficient Heat
Use:
Phthisis / Consumption
Dose:
1 scruple
If made without Copper sulphate, or with a greatly reduced dose, it could be givwn in doses of 1 dram.
Cautions:
If recreated, the dose of Copper sulphate should be greatly reduced, or omitted.
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