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Electuary of Aloeswood
Tradition:
Unani
Source / Author:
Dispensatory of Ibn at Tilmid
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Herb Name
Indian Spikenard
Greek Spikenard Celery seed Aniseed Mastic Aloeswood Clove Mace Canella * Sukk ** Chebulic Myrobalan prepared *** Nutmeg Wild Marjoram Rose Lemongrass **** |
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* Our transalted source text lists Canella. It is more likely to be Cassia Wood, but in any case Cassia Wood can be used..
** Sukk is an aromatic compound containing Musk
*** Chebulic Myrobalan is soaked in wine and dried
**** Our transalted source text lists Lemongrass. It is more likely to be another aromatic grass such as Squinanth.
Preparation:
Powder and knead with Quince wine to form an Electuary
Function:
Warms and strengthens the Stomach, promotes Digestion, clears Phlegm
Use:
1. Cold and weak Stomach
2. Indigestion, Bloating, Loss of Appetite
3. Abdominal Pain caused by Cold
Dose:
a potion is made with 2 drams
Cautions:
1. Not used in Heat conditions or Fever
Modifications:
Nothing at the moment
Nothing at the moment
Nothing at the moment
