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Trochisci Spodii Nicolai
Troches of Spodium [Tabasheer] of Nicholas
Troches of Spodium [Tabasheer] of Nicholas
Tradition:
Western, Unani
Source / Author:
Nicholas (Medicamentorum Opus Nicolai Myrepsus 1625)
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Herb Name
Rose
Tabasheer Purslane seed Licorice juice Tragacanth Starch Sugar |
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Preparation:
Powder and form troches with mucilage of Psyllium
Function:
Clears Heat
Use:
1. Liver Heat
2. Acute Fever
3. Burning Fever
4. Thirst
Dose:
1⁄2–1 dram
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
This is an expanded version of the Troches of Spodium of Mesue, adding Purslane seed, Tragacanth, Starch and Sugar.
As has been stated elsewhere, Spodium (burnt Ivory) was used in place of Tabasheer of the Arab physicians. The correct ingredient in the Spodium formulas is Tabasheer.
As has been stated elsewhere, Spodium (burnt Ivory) was used in place of Tabasheer of the Arab physicians. The correct ingredient in the Spodium formulas is Tabasheer.
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