Troches of Gums

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Lemery (Pharmacopeia Universal, 1749)

Herb Name	Latin	Amount
Myrrh	Commiphora molmol
Gum Ammoniac	Dorema ammoniacum
Sagapen	Ferula persica	1 oz. ea.
Asafetida	Ferula asafetida	1⁄2 oz.

Preparation:

Powder and form Troches of Rue Water

Function:

Moves Blood and Qi, opens Obstructions, resolves Masses

Use:

1. Amenorrhea
2. Dysmenorrhea
3. Promotes Birth, clears Afterbirth
4. used for Hysteria, Pre-menstrual symptoms
5. Also useful for Fibroids of the Uterus and other parts

Dose:

1 scruple–1 dram

Cautions:

Not used during Pregnancy

Modifications:

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