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Pilulae Agrimoniae Minus
Lesser Pills of Agrimony
Lesser Pills of Agrimony
Tradition:
Western, Unani
Source / Author:
Mesue
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Preparation:
Powder and form Pills with Water of Macedonian (ie. ‘Italian’) Parsley (or Syrup of Celery)
Function:
Clears Heat and Damp, opens Obstructions
Use:
1. Jaundice
2. Liver disease
3. Cholecystitis
4. Hepatitis
5. Liver Tumors and Hardness
Dose:
1 scruple–1 dram (some gave up to 2 drams)
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
1. Mesue had a version that added an equal amount of Rhubarb
2. For stronger obstruction, add Wormwood and Aniseed
3. For stronger Liver Heat, add Gentian
4. For Liver hardness add Bdellium and Saffron