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Pilulae Arabicae
Arabian Pills
Arabian Pills
Tradition:
Western, Unani
Source / Author:
Nicholas Myrepsus
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Herb Name
Aloe
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Preparation:
Powder and with Syrup of Wormwood form Pills
Function:
Purges all Humors from the Head, Stomach, Spleen, Bowels and Kidneys, especially Melancholy
Use:
1. Severe or Chronic Headache
2. Migraine
3. Dizziness
4. Vertigo
5. Catarrh
6. Pain of the Eyes, poor vision, floaters etc.
7. Pain of the Teeth or Gums
8. Cleanses and strengthens the Stomach and Spleen
9. Good for emotional conditions, and to promote Cheerfulness.
10. Some commended them for Cold and Damp Joint diseases.
11. Traditionally for women to cleanse after Birth; ie. if the afterbirth has not cleansed properly.
Dose:
1–2 scruples
Cautions:
1. Not for dryness or Yin deficiency conditions.
Modifications:
It was called Pilulae Arabicae because it was commonly used by the Arab physicians, and was introduced by them.
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