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Letificans Temperate Electuary
Tradition:
Unani
Source / Author:
Pharmacopoeia Persica, 1681
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Herb Name
Citron peel
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Preparation:
Powder and with Crystal Sugar, Manna (equal parts), and a little Almond oil, form an Electuary.
Function:
Moves Qi, Calms the Mind and Spirit, Benefits the Heart, promotes Happiness
Use:
1. Palpitation
2. Sadness or Worry without cause
3. Debility from Cold
4. Melancholy
Dose:
1–2 drams
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
Similar Formulas:
This is a less common and less known type of Letificans, the most commonly used was Letificans of Galen.
The Letifican formulas were all used to promote a sense of Happiness and wellbeing by moving Qi, calming Mind and Spirit and strengthening the Heart and Brain.
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