Antidotus Athanasia Minor

Tradition:

Western, Unani

Source / Author:

Nicholas Alexandrinus (Medici Graeci, 1541)

Herb Name	Latin	Amount
Indian Spikenard	Nardostachys jatamansi
Saff ron	Crocus sativus
White Costus	see below *
Myrrh	Commiphora molmol
Valerian	Valeriana officinalis
Amomum	Amomum subulatum
Carrot seed	Daucus carrota
Parsley seed	Petroselinum crispum	6 drams ea.
Black Pepper	Piper nigrum	2 drams
Honey	Mel	sufficient

* White Costus probably refers to Inula racemosa, Elecampane or Costus may be used.

Preparation:

Powder the herbs and mix with Honey to form an Electuary.

Function:

Moves Qi and Blood, opens Obstructions

Use:

1. Lung diseases due to obstruction
2. Pleurisy
3. Stomach diseases due to obstruction
4. Bladder Ulcers
5. Edema
6. Kidney disorders from cold and obstruction

Dose:

As much as a Nutmeg with warm water if hot-natured, otherwise with wine.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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