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Decoction for Chronic Heat-type Headache

Tradition:
Western, Unani

Source / Author:
De morbis internis curandis, Mesue, 1551

Herb Name
Roman Wormwood
Fumitory
Raisins stoned
Agrimony
Bugloss flower
Dodder
Endive seed
Agaric
Latin
Artemisia pontica
Fumaria officinalis
Vitis vinifera
Agrimonia eupatoria
Lycopsis arvensis
Cuscuta europea
Chicorium endiva
Fomitopsis officinalis
Amount
1 oz.8 drams
1 oz.
5 drams
6 drams



3 drams ea.

Preparation:
Boil in 3 lbs. water down to 1 1⁄2 lbs.

Function:
Clears Liver Heat, stops Pain

Use:
specific for chronic Heat-type Headaches

Dose:
a small cupful twice daily.

Cautions:
None noted

Modifications:
Other herbs could be added such as Vervain and Feverfew

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