Powder to Cleanse the Sight (Wirtzung)

Powder to Cleanse the Sight

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
Senna	Cassia angustifolia	1⁄2 oz.
Fennel seed	Foeniculum vulgare	1 dram
Betony	Betonica officinalis	1⁄2 handful ea.
Eyebright	Euphrasia officinalis	2 drams
Vervain	Verbena officinalis	1 scruple
Rosemary	Rosmarinus officinalis
Licorice	Glycyrrhiza glabra
Mace	Myristica fragrans

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Purges the Head and Eyes, opens Obstructions

Use:

1. Eye disorders associated with excess Humors
2. May be useful in early stages of Cataract, Floaters, Failing Eyesight etc.

Dose:

Take 1⁄2–1 dram with warm water or Wine of Rosemary

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

This may be used for a wide range of eye disorders associated with excess Humors affecting the Head and Eyes. Excess Humors will gradually obstruct the fine vessels at the back of the eyes, causing congestion, and eventually failing of the sight. Therefore, in cases with Plethora, those who eat too much, or who drink excessively, this may be used. Some will advise taking it once daily for a week, or it may be taken once weekly on an extended basis.

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