Troches of Judaeus for Wakefulness

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

De morbus internis curandis, Mesue, 1551

Herb Name

Latin

Amount

Henbane seed

Hyoscyamus niger

Lettuce seed

Lactuosa sativa

Poppy seed

Papaver somniferum

equal parts

Preparation:

Form Troches with Lettuce juice

Function:

Clears Heat, eases Pain, promotes Rest

Use:

1. Insomnia
2. Restlessness from excess Heat
3. promotes rest when suffering from pain

Dose:

1 dram, up to 2 drams with cold water

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:


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