Pilulae Arthritica
Pills for Arthritis
Tradition:
Unani / Western
Source / Author:
Rhazes
Herb Name | Latin | Amount |
|---|---|---|
Commiphora guidottii | ||
Ferula persica | ||
Dorema ammoniacum | ||
Peganum harmala | ||
Crocus sativus | ||
Veratrum album | ||
Citrullus colocynthis | 1 part ea. | |
Commiphora mukul | 1/4 part | |
Henna * | Lawsonia inermis | 3/4 part |
* Henna seems improbable in this formula. It may be a mistranslation.
Preparation:
Powder the herbs and make pills with Leek juice.
Function:
Clears Wind-Cold-Damp, Eases Pain
Use:
1. Cold-type Arthritic disorders
2. May be used for other Cold-Damp diseases (as for Pills of Opopanax)
Dose:
1 dram (up to 2 drams) are used to form a potion
The source text advises to take Castor oil for several days before using these pills.
Cautions:
Not used during Pregnancy
Modifications:
Comment:
The source text listed this as “An extremely good pill for cold Gout [Arthritis}”.
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