Classical Formulas in the Western Herbal Tradition

Download or read book Classical Formulas in the Western Herbal Tradition written by Les Moore and published by . This book was released on 2020-06 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines Classical Formulas in the Western Herbal Tradition, covering an introduction to scholarly formula study, and examining the therapeutic principles, constituents, form, dosage, indications, applications, contraindications, herbs and actions, and modifications from representative formulas. These include: diaphoretic, anitpyretic, regulating, expectorant, anti-tussive/anti-asthmatic, warming, digestive, tonifying, carminative, alterative/blood regulating, diuretic, anti-convulsant, moisturizing, sedative or tranquilizing, resuscitating, astringent, anti-parasitic, purgative, emetic, obstetrical, and cancer formulas.