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Confectio de Rhabarbo
Confection of Rhubarb

Tradition:
Western, Unani

Source / Author:
Nicholas (Dispensarium Magistri Nicolai)

Herb Name
Rhubarb
Bitter Costus *
Cinnamon
Saffron
Indian Spikenard
Cassia wood
Aniseed
Celery seed
Rose
Latin
Rheum palmatum
Saussurea lappa
Cinnamonum zeylanicum
Crocus sativus
Nardostachys jatamansi
Cinnamonum cassia
Pimpinella anisum
Apium graveolens
Rosa gallica
Amount
4 drams







1 ½ dram ea.

* Bitter Costus is said by some to be derived from the mature root of Saussurea lappa. Others have said it was Inula racemosa. In any case, regular Costus may be used.

Preparation:
Powder and form a confection with three times their weight of Honey.

Function:
Opens Obstructions, moves Qi and Blood, clears Heat, strengthens Stomach, Spleen and Liver

Use:
Liver, Spleen, Stomach obstruction

Dose:
1 dram

Cautions:
None noted

Modifications:

Similar Formulas:
Confection of Rhubarb (Mesue)

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