Pilulae pro Memoria
Pills to Increase Memory

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Secrets of Art and Nature, John Wecker, London, 1660

Herb Name

Latin

Amount

Cubeb

Piper cubeba

Calamus

Acorus calamus

Nutmeg

Myristica fragrans

Clove

Eugenia caryophyllus

Frankincense

Boswellia sacra

Myrrh

Commiphora molmol

1 1⁄2 drams ea.

Ambergris

Ambre gris

Musk

Moschus

5 grains ea.

Preparation:

Powder, and with Marjoram water, form pills weighing about 1 scruple

Function:

Clears Cold and Phlegm, benefits the Brain and Memory

Use:

1. used to enhance Memory when the brain is affected by Cold and Damp.
2. It can also be used for Lethargy, mental Dullness, or dullness of the Senses from Cold and Phlegm.

Dose:

1 pill at night, 2 in the morning

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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