Gentian
Gentiana Lutea
The imported Gentian root generally is used in medicine and is an excellent bitter tonic. Its chief action is upon the liver and stomach, and for sluggishness of the liver with general dyspepsia it is of great value. For ague it will often prove effective when other agents fail but should be combined with Capsicum and Lobelia.
Tinct. Gentiana 3 drops
Tinct. Lobelia 2 drops
Capsicum 2 grains
This dose should be repeated every hour. For chills give only in hot water.
"Gentian is one of the most popular of the simple (non-
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poisonous) bitter tonics, and as such finds its best field in atonic states of the gastro-intestinal tract, with feeble or slow digestion. It improves the appetite, increases digestion, augments the circulation, and tends to raise the heat of the body. In small doses it is valuable to relieve irritation, and improve the appetite and the digestion after protracted fevers, when the powers of life are low. An indication for Gentian is: Depressed feeling in the pit of the stomach and a sense of physical and mental weariness."—Dr. Scudder—Lloyd.
Tinct. Gentian 3 drops
Tinct. Hydrastis 8 drops
Tinct. Lobelia 2 drops
Capsicum 2 grains, three times a day, before meals.
This is the ideal tonic-stimulant in these cases.
Bitter Herb or Balmony
Chelone Glabra
Chelone is a splendid remedy in the treatment of dyspepsia and may be used freely for atonic conditions. It influences the liver favorably and is a moderate stimulating cholagogue. It is of service in the treatment of chronic jaundice on account of its action on the bile. As a mild hepatic tonic, it does well in convalescence from fevers and other diseases where the liver is involved. In mal-assimilation it is one of the best agents, and it does good service in ridding the system of worms— stomach worms. In general debility it is of service as a tonic.
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