Powder of Rhubarb

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Fuchs

Herb Name	Latin	Amount
Rhubarb	Rheum palmatum	2 drams
Indian Spikenard	Nardostachys jatamansi
Mastic	Pistacia lentiscus	6 grains ea.
Sugar	Saccharum	2 scruples

Preparation:

Powder

Function:

Purges Bile humor

Use:

Used for excess Bile humor (red eyes, headache, Liver pain and distention etc.)

Dose:

1⁄2 dram, up to 1 dram

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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