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Trochisci Amarum
Bitter Troches
Bitter Troches
Tradition:
Western, Unani
Source / Author:
Medicamentorum Opus, Nicolai Myrepsus
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Preparation:
Troches.
Troches are prepared by powdering, then mixing with Wormwood juice then press into disks or wafers.
Function:
Opens Obstructions
Use:
1. Used for obstructions of the Liver, Spleen, Stomach
2. Edema
Dose:
1–4 drams, usually with Oxymel, or Oxymel of Squill
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
Similar Formulas:
1. When Asarum is added, it forms Lesser Troches of Wormwood
This forms the basis of various Opening formula including Troches of Agrimony, Troches of Lacca and Troches of Wormwood.
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