Decoction of Tormentil

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Gabelhover, 1599

Herb Name	Latin	Amount
Tormentil	Potentilla tormentilla
Mastic	Pistacia lentiscus
Ginger	Zingiber officinalis	2 drams ea.
Galangal	Alpina officinarum	1 dram

Preparation:

Decoct in sufficient water down to half

Function:

Astringent, Warms and strengthens the Stomach and Bowels

Use:

Diarrhea

Dose:

the above can be taken in divided doses over the course of a day

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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