Pulvis contra Abortum
Powder Against Abortion
Tradition:
Western
Source / Author:
Royal Pharmacopoeia of France, Charras, 1678
Herb Name | Latin | Amount |
|---|---|---|
Margarita | ||
Monodon | ||
Eboris | ||
Succinum | ||
Corallum rubrum | ||
Pistacia lentiscus | ||
Plantago majus | ||
Coccus illicis | ||
Pterocarpus santalinus | ||
Terra Sigillata | ||
Potentilla tormentilla | 1⁄2 oz. ea. | |
Myristica fragrans | 1 dram | |
Eugenia caryophyllus | 1 scruple | |
Aurum | 6 |
Preparation:
Powder
Function:
Clears Heat, Astringes, Strengthens
Use:
1. Threatened Miscarriage from Heat
2. Fetal Restlessness
3. Bleeding During Pregnancy from Heat
4. Stomach weakness with Diarrhea
Dose:
1–2 scruples
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
The Narwhal horn and Ivory could be ommitted.
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Herb categories: Clove, Gold leaves, Ivory shavings, Kermes, Mace, Mastic, Narwhal (‘Unicorn’) horn, Pearl, Plantain seed, Red Coral, Red Sandalwood, Sealed Earth, Tormentil, White Amber
‘This powder is given to strengthen the Infant in the Womb, and to prevent Women from crying out [giving birth] before their time’.