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Decoctum Hepaticum
Hepatic Decoction


Tradition:
Western

Source / Author:
Hoffman

Herb Name
Chicory root
Dandelion root
Asparagus root

Melon seed kernel
Cucumber seed kernel
Pumpkin seed kernel
Gourd seed kernel
Scabious leaf

Chicory leaf
Endive leaf
Licorice
Raisins

Latin
Chicorium intybus
Taraxacum o
fficinale
Asparagus o
fficinale
Citrullus vulgaris
Cucumis sativus
Cucurbita pepo
Cucurbitas spp.
Scabiosa arvensis
Chicorium intybus
Chicorium endiva
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Vitis vinifera

Amount


6 drams ea.



2 drams ea.


1⁄2 handful ea.
2 drams
1 ounce


Preparation:
Prepare a standard decoction.

Function:
clears Heat, resists Poison, nourishes the Liver

Use:
1. Liver Heat conditions(red eyes, irritable, yellow urine, swift pulse);
2. Headache,
3. tenderness over the Liver and Gall Bladder
4. Irritability;
5. Urinary Tract Infections;
6. Hepatitis


Dose:

1–3 ounces, morning and night

Cautions:
None noted

Modifications:

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