Troches for the Liver and Jaundice (Nicholas)

Troches for Liver and Jaundice

Tradition:

Western, Unani

Source / Author:

Medicamentorum Opus, Nicolai Myrepsus

Herb Name Latin Amount *
Bitter Almond Prunus amygdalus amara 2 drams
Aniseed Pimpinella anisum 1 dram ea.
Wormwood Artemisia absinthum 1⁄2 dram
Indian Spikenard Nardostachys jatamansi

Preparation:

Powder; form troches with water

Function:

Opens Obstructions

Use:

1. obstruction of the Liver
2. Jaundice

Dose:

1⁄2–1 dram