Decoctum Thymi
Decoction of Thyme

Tradition:

Western / Unani

Source / Author:

Mesue

Herb Name	Latin	Amount
Thyme	Thymus vulgaris
Dodder	Cuscuta europea
Emblic Myrobalan	Emblica officinalis
Chebulic Myrobalan	Terminalia chebula
Hyssop	Hyssopus officinale	1 ounce ea.
Turbith	Operculina turpethum	½ oz.
Stoechas	Lavendula stoechas
Polypody	Polypodium vulgare	5 drams ea.
Agrimony *	Agrimonia eupatoria
Celery root	Apium graveolens
Fennel root	Foeniculum vulgare	7 drams ea.
Raisins stoned	Vitis vinifera	½ oz.
Wormwood	Artemisia absinthum
Aniseed	Pimpinella anisum
Carrot seed	Daucus carrota	3 drams

* Eupatorium was originally used, however, Agrimony typically replaced it in European texts

Preparation:

Decoct in 3 lbs of water until 2 remain; strain, then add 1 dram each Turbith and Agaric, Ginger ½ dram, infuse, and strain.

Function:

Clears Phlegm and Damp, Strengthens Stomach

Use:

1. Phlegm and Damp diseases, especially in the elderly.
2. Cough
3. Asthma
4. Poor digestion due to Phlegm and Damp

Dose:

2–4 oz.

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

Similar Formulas:

Decoction of Thyme
Decoction of Thyme of Andernacus

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