Trochisci Croci
Troches of Saffron

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Damocrates

Herb Name

Latin

Amount

Saffron

Crocus sativus

10 drams

Red Roses

Rosa gallica

Myrrh

Commiphora molmol

5 drams ea.

White Starch

Amylum

Gum Arabic

Acacia arabica

3 drams ea.

Preparation:

Powder and form Troches with a little Wine.

Function:

Benefits the Heart, moves the Blood, Resists Poison, protects the Heart from Poison

Use:

1. Heart weakness with Palpitations, Fainting, Pale Complexion;
2. also to expel Eruptive Fevers including Measles and Small Pox

Dose:

1 scruple

Cautions:

Not used during Pregnancy

Modifications:


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