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Myrrh |
MYRRH
Commiphora habessinica
Liquid extract of dried oleo-gum-resin masses (“tears”).
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Actions: Astringent, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory
and vulnerary. Stimulant to blood circulation. Warming digestive bitters
and stomachic. Stimulating, antiseptic expectorant. Classic remedy for
mouth and gums. Specific for conditions that produce pus.
Uses: Torpid mucous membranes with ulcerations and
excessive tenacious mucus; as spray or swab for spongy membranes and
ulcerations of mouth, gums, tonsils, pharynx and nasal cavity; sore
throat. Chronic inflammation, congestion and mucous discharge of urinary
tract, bronchi, uterus and vagina; gleet. Poor appetite and digestion
(taken before meals). Poor circulation with cold skin. Topically applied
to cold sores and herpes, indolent ulcers and infected wounds. Respiratory
infections and bronchitis with excess mucus.
Dose: Take 20 to 40 drops in a little water, 2 to 4
times per day. To enhance appetite and digestion, take 15 minutes before
meals. Topically apply full-strength extract if well tolerated, or dilute
with 2 or 3 parts water or glycerine. As gargle, mix drops in a little
water and gargle several times per day.
Cautions: Large doses may irritate stomach. Moderate
dosage during pregnancy.
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