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Pilulae Imperiales
Imperial Pills
Imperial Pills
Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Fernelius
Herb Name
Aloe
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Preparation:
Form pills with Syrup of Violets
Function:
Purges Bile and Phlegm, Purges Mixed Humors, strengthens the Stomach
Use:
1. purges excess, purges Phlegm, Bile and Mixed Humors
2. cleanses the Stomach, Bowels and Liver;
3. benefits the Stomach and Digestion;
4. also for Headache, Vertigo, Gout etc
Dose:
2 scruples–1 1⁄2 drams
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
These were called Imperial Pills ‘from the multiplicity of their faculties, and their benignity in acting’, and because they may safely be used by (almost) everyone.
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