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Syrupus de Miua Citontorum Aromaticum
Syrup of Quince with Spices
Syrup of Quince with Spices
Tradition:
Western, Unani
Source / Author:
Nicholas (Pharmacopoeia Augustana)
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Herb Name
Sour Quince juice
Old Wine Clarified Honey (or Sugar) Cinnamon Cardamon Clove Ginger Mastic Mace Saffron Musk Aloeswood |
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Preparation:
Seethe the Juice, Wine and Honey together, removing the scum as it rises. In this syrup, hang a cloth with the remaining herbs tied up, stir well, and leave for 24 hours, then wring out hard.
Function:
Strengthens the Stomach, benefits Qi, stops Leakage
Use:
1. Stomach or Spleen weakness
2. Indigestion
3. Diarrhea or looseness
4. Adjunct in Spleen hardness or Tumors
5. Cold pain of the Kidneys
6. Obstruction of the Kidneys
7. Weakness during Pregnancy (without Musk and Saffron)
Dose:
1–3 oz.
Cautions:
Although it was used during Pregnancy, it is best to omit Saffron and Musk if used during Pregnancy.
Modifications:
1. Some versions listed 1 dram Gallia Moschata instead of Aloeswood.
2. Take with decoction of Myrtle as a tonic during Pregnancy.
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