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Pilulae Arthritica
Pills for Arthritis
Pills for Arthritis
Tradition:
Western, Unani
Source / Author:
Nicholas
Herb Name
Colchicum
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Preparation:
Powder and form into Pills with Syrup of Ground Pine, or another suitable syrup.
Function:
Clears Wind-Cold-Damp, relieves Pain
Use:
1. Arthritis
2. Rheumatism
3. Sciatica
4. Used for other diseases caused by Damp and Phlegm
5. Cook (Marrow of Surgery, 1685) recommended them in chronic Legs Ulcers
Dose:
1⁄2–1 dram in wine or another suitable vehicle
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
1. In Arthritic conditions, some preferred a greater proportion of Asafetida.
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