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Decoctum Amarum
Bitter Decoction


Tradition:
Western

Source / Author:
London Pharmacopeia, 1677

Herb Name
Centaury
Camomile
Gentian
Senna leaf
Blessed Thistle seed

Latin
Centaurium erythraea
Matricaria recutita
Gentiana lutea

Cassia angustifolia
Carduus benedictus

Amount

1 handful ea.
1⁄2 scruple

1 dram ea.


Preparation:
Cover with water to cover by 4 finger-breadths, then boil to 4 ounces.

Function:
Clears Heat and Damp, opens Obstructions, relieves Pain

Use:
1. promotes Digestion, settles pain of Gastritis and Peptic Ulcers;
2. promotes Urine; promotes Menstruation;

3. used for Fever

Dose:
a small cupful may be taken 2 or 3 times daily

Cautions:
None noted

Modifications:

Similar Formulas:
See also Aromatic Bitter Decoction and Purging Bitter Decoction.

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