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Decoction for Excessive Menstruation

Tradition:
Western

Source / Author:

Herb Name
Tormentil
Comfrey
Barberry seed
Sorrel

Gum Arabic
Tragacanth
Plantain juice depurated

Latin
Potentilla tormentilla
Symphytum o
fficinale
Berberis vulgaris
Rumex acetosa
Acacia arabica
Astragalus tragacanth
Plantago majus

Amount

1 oz. ea.

1⁄2 oz. ea.

2 drams ea.
1
1⁄2 lbs.


Preparation:
Macerate 24 hours, bring to the boil, strain, and sweeten with Syrup of Quince (or Honey).

Function:
Astringent, clears Heat, Stops Bleeding

Use:
1. Excessive Menstruation

2. May also be used for Bleeding of the Lungs from Heat

Dose:
a small cupful 2–3 times daily

Cautions:
None noted

Modifications:
A strong decoction of fresh Plantain may be used in place of the Juice.

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