Doron medicum, or, A supplement to the new London dispensatory in III books : containing a supplement I. to the materia medica, II. to the internal compound medicaments, III. to the external compound medicaments : compleated with the art of compounding medicines ... / by William Salmon ...

Doron Medicum. A SUPPLEMENT TO THE External Compound Medicaments. LIBER TERTIƲS. (Book 3)

CHAP. I. Of LOTIONS.

1. LIquor Cosmeticus Maxij, Maxy his beautifying Liquor.

℞ spring Water lbv. bitter Almonds blanched lb ss. Camphir, Ceruse, both in fine pouder, A. ℥ij. Corrosive sublimate in fine pouder ʒij. juyce of two large Limons or ℥iiij. in which dissolve the sublimate, make the Al∣monds into Milk with the Water, strain, and therewith mix the Camphir, (first dis∣solved in a little thereof) then the Ceruse, lastly the dissolved sublimate.

It is an excellent thing to cleanse the Skin of all man∣ner of Impurities, as Scabs, Itch, Pimples, Freckles, Sun∣burnings, Spots, Redness, Yellowness, Scurff, Mor∣phew, and such other like Deformities, only by wash∣ing

therewith morning and Evening: put a little out in∣to an earthen thing (not a∣ny thing of Metal) and there∣with wash, but beware that you let it not touch either Eyes or Teeth.

2. Liquor Cosmeticus, A Beautifying Liquor.

℞ of the Galls of Oxen or Bulls lbiiij. digest twenty four hours in B.M. adding Roch Allum, Sandiver, or Salt of Glass poudred, A. ℥j. mix, and put them into a glass Matrass, which stop close: expose all to the Sun (in the midst of Summer) for 14 days, shaking the glass every day; then filterate. In the filterated Liquor, put Venice Talk (poudred fine, and dissolved in Spirit of Vinegar, from Spanish Wine) ℥ij. Borax, Sperma Caeti, A. ℥j. Sugar Candy ℥iij. Cam∣phir, sweet Sublimate, A. ℥ss. then expose them to the Sun again for fourteen days more; shaking the Glass often eve∣ry day: Lastly, filterate, and keep it for use.

It is an excellent Cosme∣tick, takes away Freckles, Scurff, Morphew, and other Deformities from the Skin, which first let be made very clean, with Wheat-Bran wa∣ter, then with warm fair water, after which lay on this: this do morning and evening.

3. Liquor Cosmeticus Willisis, Doctor Willis his Cosmetick Water.

℞ Mercury sublimate in pouder ℥j. put it into a Tin Vessel with three pints of Spring Water: let it stand twenty four hours, now and then stirring it with a wooden Spatula, until the whole Li∣quor grows black, then silter it through brown Paper, so will it be clear; keep it in a Glass for use.

It helps admirably all cutaneous Diseases and de∣formities, as Freckles, Len∣tils, Macula Materna, red∣ness, Worms, &c. for it drives away the humors within the little Pores, dissolves the inveterate and stubborn combination of Salts and Sulphurs, and restores the whole Skin (though evilly

framed, as to its Pores) ma∣king it well coloured. Wherefore it is useful, not only to cleanse the spots of the Face, but also to take a∣way wheals and its redness, as also the Disease called E∣rysipela's. Particularly for Worms in the Face with black Heads, it is an appro∣priate Remedy above all o∣thers: yet it ought not to be used too familliarly, least by the constancy thereof, it should fall into the Pores, and insinuating it self with the Blood and nervous Liquor, should prejudice their tem∣peraments, and so imprint on the Brain, or on the Prae∣cordia, a virulency never to be wiped out.

4. Liquor seu Vinum Cosmeticum, A beautifying Wine.

℞ Camphir sliced ʒij. bruise it in a Glass Mor∣tar, and offuse thereon lei∣surely, the juyce of one Li∣mon: after add White Wine lbj. strain it, letting the remaining Camphir remain in the Glass; tyed up in a rag.

This Liquor repels, and by often using of it, is said to take away Freckles, Spots, and other discolou∣rings from the Skin.

5. Lac Aluminis May∣herni; Doctor Mayherns Alum Milk.

℞ Aqua Vitae (but the Cephalick Water of Millius, in Our Pharmacopoeia, Lib. 4. Cap. 1. Sect. 39. is better) lbj. the whites of New laid Eggs N^o. vj. shake them a great while to∣gether, with 10 or 12 lumps of Alum, about the bigness of a large Nutmeg, in a well glazed earthen 'Pot, till it is white like Milk.

This Milk is of eminent use for easing pains of the Gout, by outward applica∣tion: thus, With six spoon∣fuls of this Milk (being so warmed as to take off the cold) mix two spoonfulls of Red Wine (warmed by it self also) that is the best Alicant: In this mixture dip linnen cloths, and apply them warm to the part af∣flicted: it gives present ease, and is eminent against all

other pains and inflamations whatsoever.

6. Liquor Ophthalmicus Maxij, Maxy his Eye Wa∣ter.

℞ a Lixivium of Quick∣lime lbj. filter it, and dissolve therein Sal Armoniack in pouder ʒj. put them all into a Brass, or rather Copper Ba∣sin, letting them to stand therein for a Night, that the Liquor may be of a saphe∣rine color: in this Liquor dissolve fine Aloes ʒij: Vir∣gin Honey ℥ss. and keep it for use.

This is one of the best Remedies yet known for Blindness, Dimness of the sight, Pin and Web, Pearls, and all other Infirmities of the Eyes, &c.

7. Liquor Septicus, A Caustick Water.

℞ Niter ℥viij. Verdigrise ℥iiij. mix them, and in an Iron Mortar, well heated, burn them: then pouder them, and in a convenient Vessel, let them dissolve in a moist place into Liquor by dropping.

It consumes rotten and proud flesh, and all sorts of Excrescencies, chiefly such as accompany the French Pox.

8. Aqua Viridis Hart∣manni; Hartman's green water.

℞ Rhenish Wine, Night∣shade water, A. lbj. Sul∣phur Vive, Alum, A. ℥j. Album Graecum, Tops of Savin and Elder, A. ʒj. leaves of Hypericon, Sage, Rosemary, Rue, Plantane, Penny-Royal, A. M. j. boyl all together for a quarter of an hour, then strain it, and dissolve therein Honey of Ro∣ses ℥ij. Verdigrise ℥j. strain again, and keep it for use.

It cures all sorts of Ul∣cers of the Mouth, Throat, and Nostrills, and in all o∣ther parts of he Body, as well Scorbutick as Venereal: you may wash the Ulcers with Cotton or Lint, dipt in the Water.

9. Liquor Aluminis Min∣dereri, Alum Water of Min∣dererus.

℞ Roch Alum, q.s. pou∣der

it, and put it into a Hogs Bladder, tying it close. Put it into a Kettle of hot Wa∣ter, till the Water is dissol∣ved: this solution bring o∣ver the Helm in a low Re∣tort, distilling to dryness; ta∣king heed, that you so urge not the fire, as to force over the corrosive Spirits from it. The Feces or Caput Mort. put into a Bladder, and dissolve as before, then distil again. This work so often repeat, till the whole body of the Alum is brought over the Helm. Lastly, filterate the Liquor, and keep it in a glass close stopt for use.

This Water is Styptick, good in a Gonorrhaea, and the whites in Women, but designed by the Author chiefly for the stopping of Blood, in any kind of He∣morrhage, which he kept as a peculiar Secret. Minde∣rerus saith, that this Liquor is so strong, that it is able to draw the Veins together, without corrosion, being applyed to Wounds, or any bleeding part: you may al∣so mix with it Tragacanth, Gum Arabick, Sanguis Dra∣conis and Glair of Eggs. But you are to observe whe∣ther the Patient has heated himself in Storming a place, or by any other kind of Exercise, or otherwise is distempered with passion, for so long as this lasts, the blood is in an Ebulition and rage, and is then stopt with more difficulty. In this case, stop the Wound with Peacocks Dung, then dip pledgets in the former mix∣ture, and apply them cold to the Wound, and the bleeding will cease.

10. Liquor Stypticus, The Astringent Liquor.

℞ Fine Bole ℥ ij: Roman Vitriol a little calcin'd, or till it is grey, ℥j; Camphir ℥ss: Plantain water lb jv: mix them and keep them in a Ves∣sel close stop'd for use: you may mix the Camphir in pouder with the Vitriol in pouder, and so calcine them.

It is an admirable thing in diseases of the Eyes, to stop all fluxions of Humors, to ease Pains, help the Gout, dry up Rhumes, and cure old

Ulcers, and other hollow and running sores.

11. Liquor ad morbum oculorum, An admirable ey∣water.

℞ Bean-flowers, Endive∣flowers, Eye-bright, A. lbjss Rosemary-flowers, Comfry∣flowers, Red Roses, A. lb j. mix and prepare them ac∣cording to Art; then distill them in a gentle B.M. to eve∣ry quart of which water add Niter ʒ ss.

It is an excellent liquor for the Eyes, cures Rheums, and helps almost any infirmity of them, yea some have been helpt of blindness by the use thereof: wash the Eyes there∣with 5 or 6 times a day: take it also inwardly morning and evening to ℥ iij or jv.

12. Liquor stypticus Pa∣racelsi, The Specifick styp∣tick of Paracelsus.

℞ The Quintessences of fine Bole, of Iron, and of Am∣ber, A. lbj: digest in Ashes for a Month; then put into it dryed Tartar in fine pou∣der lb j ss: mix them, and with this cure the Body where need requires.

This and such like Speci∣ficks are not searchable, (whilst in their bodys) but in their separated substances do attract more than is credi∣ble, because of the nature and quality of their most great dryness, and therefore are they called specifick Styp∣ticks, as being styptick above and beyond all others.

13. Liquor Ʋulnerarius Paracelsi, The specifick Vul∣nerary liquor of Paracelsus.

℞ Samech well burnt, and calcined to Whiteness, to which add circulatum minus; then afterwards distill it, that a most dry Caput Mort. may remain in the bottom, and that the Glass be wholly red hot: then pour on fresh Cir∣culatum again, as before: thus do so long till the Cir∣culatum comes off altogether sweet therefrom, as it is in its self; then let it resolve by it self: what resolves is the Re∣medy here spoken of.

We shall not, saith Para∣celsus, make any singular de∣scription of the Virtues of this Medicament, but do make

this general Assertion, That 'tis fit for all Wounds, as being that with which we have cured many hundred of wounds withal by a bare wa∣shing, and that above what is credible to be don by nature; for it knits the lips and sides of Wounds together, as two pieces of boards are with Glew, which is done with the greatest Siccity and stiptick∣ness as may be, to serve for the flesh only.

14. Liquor ad Ʋlcera Parace••si, The Specifick Li∣quor for Ulcers.

℞ of the former Liquor; made in like manner of rust of Iron, A. lbj: mix them, and add thereto Ole∣um Alartis lb j ss: all being throughly permixt, digest six months ever a gentle heat in Sand, then keep it for use.

With this you are dayly to wash Ulcers, as you shall see need, applying over a conso∣lidative plaster, proceeding also with proper Ligatures, to the end of the Cure; for this is to be heeded, That the Members are to be (as it were) drawn together or compress'd with Ligatures, which thing we largely e∣nough teach in other places.

15. Aqua Mercurialis Paracelsi, The Mercurial Water of Paracelsus.

℞ Mercury seven times sublimed (with Vitriol, Niter and Alum) lb iij: Sal Ar∣moniack clear and white, thrice sublimed, (from Com∣mon salt) lb j ss: both of them being ground together, and al∣ch••lized, sublime them toge∣ther in a sublimatory, in sand, for nine hours: Let all cool, then take off the Sublimate with a Feather, and sublime it with the remainder, as be∣fore: repeat this operation four times, untill it will sub∣lime no more, and the mass remains black in the bottom, and flowring like to wax: cool it, take it out, grind it again, and put it into a glass d••sh, and imbibe it often times with the Water of Sal Armo∣niack (but let it be the prepa∣red water) and let it coagu∣late of its own Accord, and then again imbibe it, and dry it, even till 9 or 10 times, untill it will be almost no more

coagulated: after grind it subtilly upon a Marble, and dissolve it in a moist place, into a clear liquor or water, the which rectify by distilla∣tion in Ashes from all feces, and keep it for use.

This water reduces Me∣lancholy Bodies into their first Matter, viz. into running Mercury, such a Mercury as it was in the center of the Earth, before the Generation of Metals, to wit, a moist and viscous Vapour, containing in it the Mercury and Sul∣phur of Nature invisibly, which are the Principles of all the Metals; and such a Mercury is of unspeakable Virtues, and possesses divine Secrets, ℞ of this our Mer∣curial Water ℥ viij, put thereinto leaves of fine Sol or Luna ℥j: digest in hot Ashes in a glass close stopt for eight hours: so shall you see the bo∣dy of Sol or Luna in the bot∣tom of the Vessel, transmu∣ted into a subtil Vapour or Mercury: the solution being made of the whole Mercuri∣al Water, separate it from the first matter by sublima∣tion in an Alembeck, with a gentle fire; and keep it in a glass close stop'd: By this means thou shalt have the true Mercury of a body, the use whereof in desperate Ca∣ses (provided it be wisely u∣sed) is miraculous and caele∣stial, and therefore not to be revealed to the unworthy.

16. Balneum artificiale; ubi thermae naturales desunt, An Artificial Bath, imitating the natural.

℞ the purest Niter you can get, dissolve it in rain water, so as that the Water may im∣bibe as much of it, as it can. Put this Nitrous salt into a common earthen vessel ungla∣zed, which set in a Cellar. This Vessel in a short time will be white all over on the outside, as with a hoar frost, which whiteness is partly the flowers of the Niter being the purest part thereof, penetra∣ting the Vessel, and partly the Nitrous air, condensed into Niter, by the coldness of the Vessel, and assimulated to the Niter penetrating the Vessel. And indeed such is the coldness of an earthen Ves∣sel, wherein Niter is dissolv'd

in Water, that it will, being set in Snow (though by the fire side) be forthwith froz∣en. These aforesaid flowers of Niter strike off with a fea∣ther, and when you have a good quantity of them, as lb iij, jv, or v. put them into Bolt heads (lb j, in each bolt head) so that two parts of three be empty: nip them up, and set them in Ashes, and give a reasonable strong fire, viz. such that the upper part of the Ball of the Bolt-head be as hot as you can well suf∣fer your hand upon it; and you shall see that the Niter will be dissolved every day by little and little; and in two or three months time be wholly dissolved, and become acid; but not so acid as its spi∣rit made by distillation;) then put it into a glass Gourd with a Head, and distil it off, and in the bottom you will find an acid nitrous Salt, al∣most fluxil. Put the destil∣led water now drawn upon the said Salts, and keep it for use. When you would make a hot Bath, Take your pro∣portion of Fountain Water, and make it sufficiently a∣cid with this nitrous Li∣quor; then put upon it a sufficient quantity of the best Sulphur Mine, or Sulphur vivum, in a large wooden Vessel, where the sick, is to be bathed, viz. a Bathing Tub, and the water will pre∣sently be heated so hot, as is possible to be endured.

The use of this Bath is for all such evill affects as are in the habit of the Body, and out of the Veins; as Palfies, Convulsions, Catarrhs, Rheums, fluxes of cold Hu∣mors, running Pains and A∣ches in the Bones, discolou∣rings of the Skin, &c. for it resolves, discusses, cleanses, mollifies, and gives ease, in the extremities of dolor and grief. It may also be taken inwardly to dissolve gross and viscous Humors, open Obstructions, cleanse the Reins and Bladder, of the Stone, Gravel, or other glu∣tinous matter, stopping the passages, and to help all af∣fects of the Womb, proceed∣ing from cold and moisture, Wind and filthy Humors, as Whites, &c. but this observe in the inward use, that the Water be drunk warm, and

in a good quantity, least it do more hurt than good.

17. Liquor Viticulorum, Liquor of Vine Branches.

℞ Ly of the Ashes of Vine Branches lbj. Common Salt, sharpest Wine Vinegar, A. ℥j: Niter ʒj ss: mix, dissolve, and keep it for use.

It is an extream good thing against all sorts of In∣flamations, chiefly such as are Oedematous or Erysi∣pelas-like, (St. Anthonies Fire) which for the most part invade the Limbs, and are very hard to cure. Scul∣tetus saith, he never Experi∣enced a better Remedy. After general Remedies, dip a double Linnen Cloth in this Liquor luke warm, and apply it to the part affected, binding it on with Rowlers, it does wonderfully drink in, and discuss in three, or at most in four daies time, great dangerous swelling, threatning great mortificati∣on. A German Chyrurgian communicated it to Spige∣lus, and he to Scultetus.

18. Regulata, Our Ma∣gistral Eye-Water.

℞ Fennel, white or Da∣mask Rose Water lbx. Salt of Vitriol, Saccharum Sa∣turni, A. ʒij ss. dissolve, di∣gest ten days, and filter through brown paper, in the filtred liquor dissolve fine Aloes, choice Opium, A. ʒij. digest three days, decant the clear from the setlings, and filter again: to this fil∣terated liquor, add Crocus Metallorum, or Regulus of Antimony in very subtil pouder ℥v. rectified S. V. ℥v. in which let be dissolved Cam∣phir ʒv. mix all well toge∣ther; shake it well three or four times a day, for ten days, then let it settle, and keep it quiet upon the Faeces, for use.

It is inferior to no Eye-water extant, but eases all manner of Pains, and cures diseases of the Eyes to a Miracle. It takes away suf∣fusions, Clouds, Pearls, Blood-shot, only by washing therewith, three or four times a day: It cures sore Eyes, running Eyes, Salt, Hot and Sharp Rheums in the Eyes, Ulcers, Fistula's,

&c. and has made several to see which have been blind many years. It is a power∣ful and magisterial water for this purpose, and there∣fore ought to be esteemed as a Jewel.

19. Epithema Cordiale, An Epithem for the Heart.

℞ waters of Borrage, of Bugloss, of Carduus Ben. of Roses, A. ℥ij. Treacle Wa∣ter, Juyce of Citrons, A. ℥ij. Confectio Alkermes ʒij. Confect of H••acinths ʒj. species Diamargariti frigi∣di ℈j. mix and make an E∣pithem.

Being warm, let woollen cloths be dipt therein, and applyed to the Region of the Heart, continually applying hot for an hour or two.

20. Epithema Splanchni∣cum, An Epithem for the Spleen.

℞ Waters of Ceterach or Spleen-wort ℥iiij. of Harts-Tongue ℥iij. Waters of Bur∣slane, of Sorrel, of Water-Lillies, of Night-shade, A. ℥j. Vinegar of Roses ℥j ss. Ponder of Cloves and Nut∣megs, A. ʒj. Trochisks of Camphir ℈ij: mix, and make an Epithem.

Let Woollen Cloths (as fine Flannel) be dipt there∣in, being indifferently warm, and then be applyed to the Region of the Spleen.

21. Epithema Generale, A common Epithem.

℞ waters of Corn Pop∣py flowers, of Lettice, of Henbane, of Sage, of Ver∣vain, of Damask Roses, A. ℥iij: Troches of Rhodium ℥jss: mix for an Epi∣them.

It is good in melancholy, Watchings, Frenzy, Mad∣ness, &c. when you use it, take a double linnen Cloth, dip it therein pretty warm, and press it with your Hand; then apply it warm to the Forehead and Temples, which things you are to ob∣serve in the application of all other Epithems.

22. Epithema in dolore Capitis à causa frigida, An Epithem for a pain of the Head, proceeding from a cold cause.

℞ Waters of Betony, of Rosemary, of Vervain, A. ℥iiij. Anacardiums ℥ss: Cubebs ʒiij. Nutmegs, Gum-Ivy, A. ʒj. Mandrake roots ʒss. mix, &c. Or thus, ℞ Waters of Camomil, of Sage, of Damask Roses, A. ℥iiij: Cloves, Mace, Xyloaloes, A. ʒij. Zedoary, ʒj: bruise, gently boyl, and make an Epithem.

23. Epithema in doloris Capitis à causa calida, An Epithem for a pain of the Head, proceeding from a hot cause.

℞ Waters of Violets, of Damask Roses, of Mallows, A. ℥iiij: Yellow Sanders ℥ss. white Amber prepared, Corn Poppy flowers, A. ʒj: Cam∣phir ℈j: make an Epithem: Or thus; ℞ Waters of Corn Poppy flowers, of Damask Roses, A. ℥vj: Mans Skull calcined without fire ʒj: O∣pium, Saffron, A. ℈j. make an Epithem.

24. Epithema in Infla∣matione Renum; An Epi∣them for an Inflamation of the Reins.

℞ depurated juyces of Plantane and Night-shade, A. ℥iiij: waters of Hous∣leek and Purslane, A. ℥iij: Claret Wine, Vinegar of Vi∣olets, A. ℥iss: Niter prepa∣red ℥j: make an Epithem to be applyed to the Region of the Reins.

CHAP. II. Of OYLS.

1 OLeum Viperinum, Oyl of Vipers.

℞ live Vipers, such as are strong, large and fat, N^o xxj. of the best Oyl of Hypericon lbiij ss: Spanish or Rhenish Wine ℥iiij: put the Oyl into an earthen Pot, well glazed, having a nar∣row mouth; boyl it in B.M. till it is so hot, that you can∣not

endure your finger in it; then put in the Vipers one af∣ter another, and when they are stifled, put in the Wine, cover the Pot, and make it boyl, till the moisture of the Vipers is almost consumed: then strain and press forth the Oyl, and the faeces being afterward setled, decant the Oyl, and keep it in a close Vessel for use.

Tis of admirable use for Scabs, Itch, Tettars, Ring∣worms, Scurff, Morphew, Leprosy, Evil Ulcers, break∣ings out, and most defor∣mities of the Skin, especi∣ally such as proceed from a Venereal Cause. It eases the pain of the Gout, and the Haemorrhoids, and if the whole Region of the Belly be anointed with it, it gives ease in the Cholick, and fa∣cilitates the Delivery of Wo∣men.

2. Oleum Castorei No∣strum, Our Oyl of Castor.

℞ Caestor, Euphorbium, Myrrh, white Pepper, A. ℥ j: Oyl Olive ℥xl: Spanish wine ℥xij: boyl to the con∣sumption of the Wine; but the better way is to make an Ex∣traction with Oyl of Tur∣pentine, and then to mix it with the Oyl Olive.

It is good against all pains and cold afflictions of the Brain and Nerves; it is good against the Head-ach, Trembling, Palsy and cold Fits of Feavers, by anointing the Back bone with it; It is also good against the Gout and Sciatica.

3. Oleum Bufonum Hart∣manni, Oyl of Toads of Hartman.

℞ three or four living Toads, boyl them a whole hour in Oyl Olive lbij: strain it, and keep it for use.

This Oyl is of wonderful Virtues against Pimples, Morphew, Freckles, Sun∣burning, Wheals and Red∣ness of the Skin or Face: anoint the Skin once a day, for certain days; after a little time the Wheals will fall off, and the Morphew or redness will be cured.

4. Oleum Lacertarum, Oyl of Lizards.

℞ expressed Oyl of Wall∣nuts, or Oyl of Hypericon (which you please) lbv. Rhe∣nish Wine or Spanish ℥vj. live green large Lizards N^o xvj, xx, xxvj. or more, as they are in bigness: suffo∣cate them in the scalding Oyl, and make it exactly as Oyl of Vipers aforesaid, at Sect. 1.

In the making of these Oyls of Animals, the An∣tients caused them to be inso∣lated for many days, which caused them to putrify and make an insupportable stink, whereby the Oyl became in∣fected with putrefaction and poyson, rather than any good quality; which Error be sure in all like cases to avoid. This Oyl is said to be a spe∣cifick against Burstenness, or falling out of the Intestines: it is also affirmed to make Hair grow thick, and upon bald places. In Ruptures use it with a Truss, applying (after the part is well anoint∣ed) Our Emplastrum ad Herniam.

5. Oleum Anydynum No∣strum; Our Oyl easing Pain.

℞ green leaves of Poppies, Henbane, Hemlock, A. lbj. bruise them well, and boyl them in Oyl Olive lbiiij. boyl till the Herbs are crisp, then strain out by pressing, and repeat this work 3 times.

It is a most excellent A∣nodyne Oyl in all Gouts, Sciatica's, tormenting and excruciating Pains that I know of, and is a Medicine which will not fail in Disea∣ses proceeding from a hot Cause, if Camphir ℥iij, be mixt with it, it will be so much the better.

6. Oleum Hyperici No∣strum Compositum, Our Oyl of Hypericon.

℞ Hypericon, Rosemary, Lavender, A. ℥xij. Camo∣mil, Wormwood, Hyssop, Marjoram, Bawm, Penny∣royal, Rue, Sage, Time, Sa∣vin, Bay Berries, Fennel∣seeds, A. ℥iiij. all being dry, make a strong infusion in Oyl of Turpentine, Juniper-ber∣ries or Aniseeds lbiiij. over a gentle fire, or in the Sun, for 60 days, then express strong∣ly,

and mix therewith Oyl Olive lbx.

It comforts the Joynts and Nerves, is excellent good against the Palsy, Cramp, Gout, Sciatica, and all ex∣ternal Diseases coming of cold; it refreshes wearied Members, discusses Wind, and asswages Tumors; it is good against the Megrim, Lethargy, Vertigo, and pains of the Liver and Spleen.

7. Oleum Cherinum Com∣positum Mayherni, Oyl of Wall-flowers compound.

℞ of the simple Oyl of Wall-flowers (which see in Our Pharmacopoeia, Lib. 5. Cap. 2. Sect. 7.) lbij: com∣mon Salt decripitated and ground upon a Porphery to a subtil pouder; white Venice Soap, A. ℥viij. mix, and make an Oyl.

It prevails mightily a∣gainst the Gour; in the E∣vening anoint all the Joynts with it, chiefly the Hands and Feet, or where the prin∣cipal pain is; then going to bed, put on Socks, Gloves, &c. There was a certain Learned Physician, who had been afflicted with the Gout 30 years (he was Physician to the Duke of Bovillon) he lived as many years more, and the residue of his Life (for he was above an hun∣dred years when he dyed) by the use and benefit of this Oyl, was free from his Distemper. And ten years before his Death, he was seen to walk as firmly as if he had never been afflicted with this tormenting Di∣sease.

8. Oleum Limacum com∣positum, Oyl of Snails Com∣pound.

℞ black Snails in May, Aqua Vitae, A. lbj: Ox Galls N^o.j. Oyls of Peter and of Spike, A. ℥ij: put them in a great Ox Bladaer, which tye fast, and put that into another Bladder, and hang it up for 20 days, then strain it: after dissolve there∣in Liquid Storax ℥j: shake them all well together, once every day for a Month, be∣ing put into a glass Bottle, and close stopt.

It is an admirable thing

for all aches and pains co∣ming almost from what cause soever; it warms and comforts, and helps such as are numbed in their Limbs.

9. Oleum Lacertarum Sculteti, Lizard Oyl of Scultetus.

℞ green live Lizards, as many as you please, boyl them in Oyl Olive, till the Lizards be burnt or grow crisp, and the Oyl be black; then strain out, put it into a Glass, and insolate till the dreggs fall down, and the Oyl becomes clear, and of a brown color.

It has the Virtues of the former at Sect. 4. but this is particularly a specifick (to anoint with) in the Kings Evil, applying over the Sores or swellings (after anointing) the Ceratum Oxylaeum, soft∣ned whith this Oyl: and gi∣ving also inwardly every morning for thirty days to∣gether, ʒvj. of Electuary of Lizards, which Hercules Saxonia and Johannes Pre∣votius esteemed as a great Secret, and certain Remedy for the cure of the King-Evil. The Electuary. ℞ Common or green Lizards, (the Heads, Tails and In∣wards cast away) infuse them by themselves, in sharp white Wine Vinegar (made without Pepper) for four days: Then dry them and sleep them in other Vinegar, and dry them again, either in the shade or Sun, and pouder them finely, which mix with four times its weight of cla∣rified Honey. Dose to Chil∣dren ʒij: to Men or Wo∣men ℥ ss: or ʒvj: or ℥j: at most, continuing it for 30 or 40 days.

10. Oleum Cosmeticum, An Oyl softning and clean∣sing the Skin.

℞ Oyl of bitter Almonds new drawn ℥viij: Oyl of Tartar per deliquium, so much, or in such a proportion as being well shaked together, the Oyl may presently turn white, like Cream, and so constantly remain: This Oyl you may perfume with a few drops of Oyl of Rhodium, or of the Tincture of Am∣bergrise and Musk.

The Skin being first made

very clean with warm Wa∣ter and Wheat Bran, and then dryed with a cloth, is to be bathed Morning and Evening with this Oyl, it will make the Skin both soft and white, and free it from Sun-Burning, Pimples, Tettars, Scurff, or any disco∣lourings.

11. Oleum Amygdala∣rum dulcium per expressio∣nem, Oyl of Sweet Almonds by Expression.

℞ large, well grown, fresh, and well dryed Almonds, blanch them in hot water, taking off also the fine, thin membranous Skin; wipe them with a linnen cloth, and spread them abroad to dry. Then put them into a Mar∣ble Mortar, and beat them with a wooden Pestle, till the pulp is very thin, and be∣gin to yield Oyl; put this pulp into a bag of new strong linnen Cloth, tye the mouth of it fast, and put it between two thin tin Plates, or of wood lined with white Lat∣ten, which place according to Art, in an Almond Press: squeeze it at first very gently, but afterwards with a considerable strength; leaving the bag in the Press till the Oyl has time to drop forth: If you press too strongly at first, the Faeces of the Almonds would come through the bag, and the Oyl would be thick and filthy, which otherwise will be pure and clear.

§ 1. The Ancients used to heat the Almonds, and such other like in B.M. af∣ter they were beaten to a pulp, just before they went into the Press: 'tis true, something more of Oyl will be gotten that way, than by what is here delivered; but then it will be less pleasing both to Tast and Smell. Some press the Oyl out without beating them to a Pulp, because the Almond Pulp will be less subject to pass through the Bag, but then you will have yet some∣thing less of the Oyl. § 2. As∣the same manner you may make Oyls of other the like Kernells; as,

Oleum Amygdalarum ama∣rarum,

Oyl of Bitter Al∣monds.

Oleum Balanium, Oyl of the Nut Ben.

Oleum Nucum Juglandi∣um, Oyl of Wallnuts.

Oleum Nucum Avella∣narum, Oyl of Hazle Nuts.

Olcum Crysomelinum, sen ex Nucleis Malorum Ar∣meniacorum, Oyl of Apri∣cock Kernels.

Oleum ex Nucleis malo∣rum Persicorum, Oyl of Peach Kernels.

§ 3. Here is to be noted, that in making the Oyl of Bitter Almonds, the beating and heating may be omitted, but if you blanch them not, the dry red skin will suck up part of your Oyl. The bit∣terness lyes only in the ter∣rene part, the Oyls of both sorts of Almonds are alike sweet; this bitterness re∣maining in the Faeces, al∣though it be not hurtful to mankind, nor to the most part of other Animals; yet it is most dangerous poyson that Poultry can meet with. § 4. In drawing the Oyls of Wallnuts, Hazle-Nuts, &c. you must avoid heating the Pulps, if you use them inwardly, or for Cosme∣ticks, because then they are most agreeable to the Tast and Smell. § 5. The Nut Ben, is called by the Greeks Balanus Mirepsica, by the Latins Glans Ʋnguentaria, from its Oily property. The Nut is in some sorts ••rian∣gular, covered with a whi∣tish, thin, smooth, and brittle rind: The substance of the Fruit is white, so is also the Oyl, which is without any kind of smell; nor will it ever grow rank, musty, stinking, or otherwise ill sconted, and therefore is of good use among Perfumers. This Oyl of Ben is said to take away Freckles from the Face and Skin: I never proved it, but if it be true, it may be accounted one of the greatest Arcana a∣mong Ladies. Dropt into the Ears, it takes away their ringing noise. Taken in∣wardly in Wine à ʒss. ad ʒij. it opens Obstructions of the Liver, Spleen and Mesente∣ry. Outwardly anointed it eases the Gout, and other

pains of the Nerves and Joynts. § 6. After this self same manner may be drawn the

Oyl of Pistaches, or Pistich Nuts.

Oyl of Pine-Apple Ker∣nells.

Oyl of the four greater cold seeds:

Oyl of Orange Kernells.

Oyl of Limon Kernells.

Oyl of Citron Kernells.

Oyl of Palma Christi seed.

Oyl of Peony seed.

Oyl of Hemp seed.

Oyl of Mustard seed.

Oyl of Dwarf Elder seed.

Oyl of Henbane seed.

Oyl of Poppy seed.

Oyl of Carthamus seeds.

Oyl of Lettice seeds, &c.

12. Oleum Seminum A∣nisi per Expressionem, Oyl of Aniseeds by Expression.

℞ Aniseeds, new or fresh, well grown, and very dry lbj. cleanse them well, beat and sift them through a close hair Sieve. Fill the hollow of a Plate that may be set with the brims in the lower part of the hair sieve, cover the plate with the lower part of the sieve; and keeping one hand upon the sieve, which must then touch and cover the plate filled with the pou∣der of Aniseeds; and the other under the bottom of the plate: in an Instant turn the whole so that the pouder may fall upon the sieve and be covered with the plate: the same time have in a readdiness a Copper Pos∣net to that bigness, that the bottom of the sieve may rest wihin side, but not go down to the bottom: then put in three pints of Water, and ha∣ving placed the Skillet upon a Furnace, as the water boyls, let the pouder of the Aniseeds receive the vapour, for a quarter of an hour, or till the boyling vapours of the water have well penetrated the pou∣der, and till you can no longer endure the heat of the plate which covers it: then put the pouder into a strong, close cloth bag, tye it fast, and put it into an Almond Press, be∣tween two hot plates, and forthwith press it with all the speed & strength that may be; so will a pound of pouder of

Aniseeds yield one Ounce and an half, and sometimes two Ounces of Oyl, having the true smell and tast of A∣niseeds.

This expressed Oyl mightily expels Wind con∣tained in the Belly, gives ease in the Cholick and Gri∣ping of the Guts: it strength∣ens the Stomach, helps Di∣gestion, and eases the pain of the Ventricle. You may put a drop or two into Broth, for Children that are troubled with the Gripes, also you may anoint it upon the Stomach, Navel, and lower parts of the Belly. This Oyl by expression is less sub∣til and penetrative than that which is drawn by distillati∣on, however it has less Acri∣mony, and may therefore be given in greater quantity, even to ʒss. in Wine, or some other proper Liquor. After the same manner in all re∣spects is drawn,

Oleum Nucis Moschatae, Oyl of Nutmegs.

Oleum Macis, Oyl of Mace.

Oleum Caryophyllorum, Oyl of Cloves.

Oleum Piperis Jamaicae, Oyl of Jamaica Pepper.

CHAP. III. Of BALSAMS.

1. BAlsamum Catholicon, The General or uni∣versal Balsam.

℞ Oyl of Hypericon lb iv Venice Turpentine lb ij, Ro∣sin, Bees wax, A. lbj ss, boil them over a fire to the just consistency of a Balsam: then add, being a little cooled Bal∣sam of Peru, liquid storax A. lbss: Chymical oyls of Spike, Carraways, Juniper berries, and Sassafras, A. ʒij: Stir them till the Balsam is cold, then put it up into tin b••xes

fitted with screws.

This is a notable Balsam in all green wounds, contu∣sions and punctures of the Nerves. It is good in broken bones, and in all Tumors, pain and contractures proceeding from a cold cause, being in∣deed not much inseriour to natural Balsam.

2. Balsamum Arcaei, Bal∣sam or Liniment of Arcaeus.

℞ Gum Elemni, Turpentine A. ℥ j. ss: hogs-grease, ℥ j: sheeps suet, ℥ ij: dissolve the Gums in sack, which evapo∣rate, then put in the fats, and lastly, the Turpentinc: this is the same in our Pharmacop. lib. 5. cap. 4. sect. 5. But the Balsam will be much better if it be made thus: ℞ Gum Elemni, Venice Turpentine, A. ℥ij: Becs wax ℥ j ss: Oyl of Hypericon ℥ j: Balsam of Peru, Liquid storax, A ℥ ss: mix them, &c.

This is a ••oble Balsam in all Wounds whatsoever, chief∣ly those of the head, where it doth of it self all the In∣tentious of curing (the flux of blood being stayd) for it di∣gesteth, cleanseth, incarnates, cicatrizes, defends from Ac∣cidents, and is very anodyn. The Balsam is indeed an ex∣cellent thing for all sorts of Wounds and Ulcers, Fra∣ctures and Dislocations, Con∣tusions, and hurts of the Nerves, the latter prescript being in my Opinion much the better. If it be applyed skillfully to a green wound at first, it performs the Cure at one Intention, and common∣ly at one dressing.

3. Balsamum Vulnerari∣um Maxii, Maxy his wound Balsam.

℞ Oyl distilled by Retor: from Rosin, Oyl so distilled from Myrrh; distilled oyl of Hypericon and Wax, A. ℥ j: Verdigrise, green Vitriol, A. gr. viij; mix them, and in a glass Vial, digest in the Sun for 20 days, and keep is for use.

It is of great Virtues for curing of all sorts of Wounds, by dropping of a few drops; and applying thereupon a little plaster of Lint dipt therein. If you add thereto of choise Aloes ʒi, it will be so much the better.

4. Balsamnm ad Impeti∣ginem, A Balsam for Tettars.

℞ Green Vitriol, red Mer∣cury precipitate A. ℥ i; burnt Alum ℥ ss: Verdigrise, Bo∣rax A. ʒ ij: juyce of red dock ℥ ij: Hogs-grease, fresh butter A. ℥ jv, expressed oyl of Henbane seeds ℥ j: mix and make a Balsam or Lini∣ment.

It cures Tettars, Ring∣worms, Scabs, Morphew and Itch, and that after a wonder∣ful manner.

5. Balsamum ad Haemor∣rhoidem, A Balsam for the Piles.

℞ Flowers of Sulphur, O∣pium extracted, A. ʒij: Sac∣charum Saturni, Oyl of Egs; white Wax, A. ℥ ss: oyl of Camomil, Ʋng. Populeum, A. ℥j: mix and make a Balsam.

It is a rare thing to as∣swa••e the Dolor of the Piles or Haemorrhoids, and to give ease to all manner of Pains of the body in any part where it can be applyed. If you add expressed Oyl of Henbane or Poppy seeds, it will be to Ad∣miration. And then if you leave out the flowers of Sul∣phur and oyl of Eggs, you may successfully apply it to the Fore head and Temples, to case the pains of the Head and cause rest.

6. Balsamum Hystericum, Balsam for the Womb.

℞ Galbanum, Sagapenum, Opopanax, Ammoniacum, Assa foetida, A. ʒijss: dis∣solve the Gums in distilled Oyls of Juniper and Rue: then at last add Oyls of Am∣ber and Bayes A. ʒss, mix them.

It cures the Sussocati∣ons of the Womb, and pro∣vokes the Terms, if you an∣noint the Navel or Belly: for fits of the Mother esteem it as a Jewel: you may also give it inwardly for the same purpose à gr. x. ad ℈j.

7. Balsamum amarum, The bitter Balsam.

℞ Aloes, Myrrh, Turpen∣tine, Honcy, A. ℥ j: oyl olive lb j: pouder and dissolve the Gums in Vinegar; then put in the honey and oyl, boyling to the consumption of the Vi∣negar.

It cleanses notably, nor will it suffer any corruption in a wound. It is a notable healer of green Wounds made by cuts or stabs: where note, If you add Verdigrise ℥ss, it will cleanse much more powerfully any old sore.

8. Balsamum Saturni cum Aceto, Balsam of Lead with Vinegar.

℞ Saccharum Saturni ℥viij: dissolve it in spirit of Vinegar: abstract the spirit a little: then add oyl of Roses, oyl of Poppy-seeds by Expres∣sion, A. ℥ ijss: stir it, and evaporate to the consumption of the Vinegar.

It cures all burnings, scal∣dings, and the like, takesaway Inslamations, and easeth pain in any part; it is also profi∣tably apply'd to the Gout, and to a Herpes.

9 Balsamum, seu Mel Sapo••is, Balsam of Soap.

℞ Honey, Soap, A. lb j: Salt of Tartar ℥ ij: dissolv'd in ℥ j of Water: mix them.

This easeth all pains of the Gout and Sciatica; it draws splinters or thorns out of the flesh; is good against Tartarous and hard Tumors, and of excellent use to take out the fire and pain in burn∣ings and scaldings. Note, some put in Salt of Tartar ℥ iij.

10. Balsamum Polycre∣stum nostr. Our Balsam of many Virtues.

℞ Oyl olive lb j: Cypress Turpentine lb ss: Oyls of Hypericon, Amber, Cloves, Spicknard, Carraways, Sas∣safras, Juniper berries, Bal∣sam of Sulphur, A. ℥ j: mix them well over a gentle heat: then drop in (guttatim) Oyl of Sulphur ʒ ix; mix and stir it well all the while you are dropping it in; then digest in the Sun or in sand for 40 days, shaking it twice or thrice eve∣ry day: lastly, perfect it in the heat of a Bath, making it look redish.

It warms and comforts e∣very member; eases pains coming of Cold; and stops all Distillations from the head. It cures affects of the Brest, Liver, Spleen, Womb, Nerves and Joynts: it is good in Wounds, Punctures, and

old Ulcers: It helps the Palsy, Cramp, Cholick, Stone and Quartans, by ta∣king it inwardly ad ℈j, ʒ ss, or more, mixt with Sugar, and outwardly anointing the place.

11. Balsamum ad Pestem Mindereri, Balsam against the Plague.

℞ Balsam of Sulphur (made either with Oyl of Turpentine, or Oyl of Ani∣seeds) ℥ij: Camphir ℥ ss: dissolve by digestion and keep it for use.

It is of most admirable use against the Plague, being given in Mithridate or Ve∣nice Treacle, or in Treacle Water, or Treacle Vinegar, or the King of Polands Vine∣gar. It is also excellent in sore Breasts, that are grow∣ing purulent, being taken in warm broth, or some good vulnerary drink; but this must be in cases of no great heat or inflamation, least it prove dangerous. Dose à gr. vj. ad xij.

12. Balsamum Vulnera∣rium Mindereri, Minde∣rerus his Wound Balsam.

℞ Oyl of Hypericon, Cy∣prus Turpentine, A. q. v. melt them together: melt like∣wise by it self, Gum Elemi q. s. unto a just consistency, which add to the former: when almost cold, add Oyl of Wax distilled, a fifth part, mix and keep it for use.

It is as good a vulnerary as any is invented, none ex∣cepted, and of it self per∣forms (in Wounds) all the intentions of Healing.

13. Balsamum Saturni simplex, Balsam of Lead simple.

℞ Saccharum Saturni ℥j. Oyl of Aniseeds ℥ij. (in which let Camphir ounce;ij. be dissolved) mix and digest in Sand till they are red.

It is of great use in Asth∣ma's, and Ulcers of the Breast and Lungs; it expels Wind, and heals excoriations of the Bowels: it is out∣wardly good against Scurss, Morphew, Fistula's, Can∣cers. It eases the Griping of the Guts, and is a present Remedy in the Cholick, Di∣arrhaea,

and other Distem∣pers of the Bowels. If in∣stead of Oyl of Aniseeds, you use Oyl of Juniper ber∣ries, you will have an excel∣lent thing against the Gravel and Stone, Ulcers, pain and obstructions of the Reins and Bladder. If you use Oyl Olive, you have an admira∣ble Balsam against Inflama∣tions, Burnings and hot Gouts, red Pimples and de∣formities of the Face.

14 Balsamum Cutem de∣albens, A Baisam to whiten and smooth the Skin.

℞ Venice Soap lb ss: cut it small, put it into a glazed pot; put to it Juyce of Li∣mons ℥ ij: and over a gentle fire dissolve the Soap, to which put Virgin Honey ℥ij: Sperma Ceti ʒij: Peruvian Balsam ʒj: then take the Vessel from the fire, and add Venetian Talk Sugar candy, Orrice root, all finely pou∣dred, A ℥ ss: Salt of Tar∣tar, Borax, A. ʒij: Oyls of Rhedium, of Cinnamon and Cloves, A. ℈ ss: Oriental Musk, Ambergrise in pou∣der, A. gr. xij. mix all well into a Mass.

This Balsam is an excel∣lent thing against most de∣fects of the Skin; it whi∣tens, cleanses, and smooths it, beyond any paste or poma∣tum whatsoever. 'Tis enough to rub the Skin with it, there being no need of washing af∣terwards.

15. Balsamum storum Cupri, Balsam of the flow∣ers of Venus.

℞ Venus (dissolved first in Ae. and separated again almost to dryness) grind it with its equal weight of Sal Niter: distil in an open fire by force, so the metal will be elevated into flowers, which in the Air will re∣solve into a green Balsam.

It is good against old ma∣lign Ulcers and Fistula's, and cures them to admira∣tion.

16. Balsamum Vulnera∣rium Magatt; The Wound Balsam of Caesar Maga∣t••s.

℞ Gum Elemi ℥iiij: Bal∣sam of Peru ℥iij. Tachama∣hacca,

Carrana, Liquor of Elm Leaves, A. ℥ij: Oyl of Bays, Liquid Storax, Myrrh, A ℥ j ss: Oliba∣num, Gum Ivy, A. ℥j: sweet laser Gum, Labdanum, Storax Calamita, Amo∣niacum, Bdellium, Opo∣panax, Galbanum, Sarco∣col, A. ʒvj: roots of Bith∣wort, Masterwort, Angeli∣ca, white Dittany, consound Acorus, Orrice, Tormentil, Bistort; seeds of Hypericon, of Citrons, of Citron Peels, A. ℥ ss: Cinnamon, Cloves, Nutmegs, Mace, A. ℥j: Mastich, Aloes, Dragons-Blood, Scarlet Grains, A. ℥ ss: Cretian Dittany ℥ j: Oyl of Ben ℥iij: of Juniper∣berrics ℥j ss: Wax ℥j: Pine Rosin ℥ j ss: Turpentine, Gum of the Fir, A. lb j ss: of the best Aqua Vitae, or S. V. lbvj: mix them, the Gums being exactly melted: them that are more dry and hard may be beaten into a pouder grossly, and cast all together into a Retort which digest for three days in a boy∣ling B.M. then lute it, and keep it in the hot Water till the Lute is dry: after distil in Ashes, so will you have first a Water (which is cal∣led water of Balsam,) which keep by it self; and then an Oyl, which is the Balsam de∣sired: lastly, by encreasing the fire, you will have a redish or black Oyl or Bal∣sam.

It is of singular use in cu∣ring all Wounds, and in any part of the body, especi∣aly if used as soon as a wound is made, it then cures at once dressing commonly: but if the Wound be corrupted, you must mix it with some Em∣plastick body, least it should heal too soon, and the Pus which is afterwards genera∣ted, should excite grievous Symptoms. It comforts the Nerves, helps Palsies, Numbness, Convulsions, Cramps, shrunk Sinews, old Aches, &c.

17. Balsamum Saturns Album, White Balsam of Lead.

℞ white Wax ℥j. melt it in a glazed Earthen Pan, put to it Oyl Olive ℥ iiij: mix them well with a wooden Spatula, which put immedi∣ately

into a glass Mortar, upon which affuse of the Vi∣negar of Saturn ℥iij. (at Cap. 13. Sect. 1. of this Book) stir them well together till the Oyl and Wax be im∣pregnated with the Salt of Saturn, and the Composition becoms thick and white.

This Butter or Balsam of Saturn cools Inflamations, eases pains, is good in Swel∣lings of the Testicles and the Haemorrhoids, and alle∣viates the sharp humors in an Erysipela's: it is also pro∣fitable in the Gout.

18. Balsamum Hyperici Compositum, Balsam of Hy∣pericon Compound.

℞ Spirit of Wine ℥vj; dry flowers of Hypericon, as much as you can take up with your thumb and four singers, digest in a very gentle heat, for four days; then strain out by pressing: put this pres∣sed liquor into a Matrass, to which put Myrrh, Aloes, Sanguis Draconis (all in fine pouder) A. ʒj. put all in a sand heat, that the Gummay dissolve, which will be in a∣bout three hours time; then strain all through a linnen Cloth, by pressing it while it is warm; after which, dissolve it in Venice Turpentine, half an Ounce, by setting it for half an hour in a gentle sand beat, so will you have an unctious and mucilaginous Balsam.

It is most admirable in all green Wounds, Contusions, old Aches, and the Sciatica, as also in a cold Gout.

19. Balsamum ad Can∣crum, A Balsam against Cancers.

℞ Natural Balsam, Ve∣nice Turpentine, A. ℥vj. Gum Ammoniacum, Galba∣num, (both strained) A. ℥ iij. Liquid Storax, Oyl of Hy∣pericon, A. ℥iiij. Wax ℥v. Oyl Olive ℥xx. Mummy ℥ iij ss. pouder of dryed Toads, Oyl of Soot, A. ℥ij. mix, and make all into a Balsam according to Art, which you may color red with Sanguis Draconis ʒvj.

It prevails against all manner of Weaknesses, cold Tumors, Palsies, cold Gouts, ripens Apostems, heals old Sores, Cancerated Breasts,

and for which last it was par∣ticularly desi••ned: you may leave out the pouder of Toads and Oyl of Soot, except only when you design it a∣gainst Cancers.

20. Balsamum Emperi∣cale, The Mountebanks Bal∣sam.

℞ Linseed Oyl lb xvj. Co∣lophony, Rosin, Bees-Wax, A. lbiij Venice Turpentine lbij Pitch, Liquid Storax, A. lbj. Oyl of Turpentine (or Spike, or Aniseeds) ℥iiij. put the Linseed Oyl into a Kettle, and when it is ve∣ry hot, put in the Colophony, Rosin & Wax in little pieces: then put in the Turpentine, Pitch and Storax: lastly, the oyl of Turpentine, stirring it for a while over the Fire: let it boyl a while; then take it off the Fire, and while it is yet liquid, you may put it up in∣to Boxes.

It is a good Balsam for any green Wound, perform∣ing the Cure for the most part at one intention. It cures also old Sores, Ulcers, Fistula's, Kings-Evil Sorces, Tumors or Swellings, Gout, &c. It is prevalent against the running Gout, all sorts of lameness, any strain, bruise or pain whatsoever: it is also profitable for pains in the side, disaffection of the Spleen, or pain and weakness of the Back: this Balsam penetrates mightily, yet without pain.

21. Balsamum adversus maculam Paracelsi, A Bal∣sam against marks or blemi∣shes in the healing of Wounds or Ulcers.

℞ of the Liquor ad Ul∣cera Parcelsi (at sect. 13. cap. 1. of this Book) Oyl of Worms, Oyl of Eggs, wa∣shed Turpentine, ana, mix them well together.

This Medicament causes the Wound or Ulcer to heal without a scar or blemish: after this, there is nothing more requisite, for this is the property of this Medica∣ment, viz. to induce toge∣ther with the new skin, a new color, and natural hard∣ness, so that it may not be defiled with the said ble∣mishes.

22. Balsamum Nervi∣num Sculteti, A Balsam for the Nerves of Scultetus.

℞ of the best Euphorbium in fine pouder ℈j: Turpen∣tine, Wax, A. ℥ss. mix, and make a Balsam.

This was invented for the benefit of Barbers, who di∣vers times when they open a Vein with a Lancet, do un∣skilfully hurt or prick the Nerves, which are near or lay under it. In this case some Physicians cut the skin at right Angles, that they may come at the Nerve, but this is a dangerous practice: others after a cross incifion cut the Nerve also asunder, with good success; but this increases the pain, and is the cause of Inflamation, and sometimes of Convulsions. To Remedy these Evills, Scultetus invented this Bal∣sam, which is to be spread upon Linnen and applyed hot. With this alone pre∣sently applyed; I have safe∣ly cured (saith he) divers such Punctures of the Nerves. And he saith, It is an approved Remedy.

23. Balsamum liquidum ad Paralysin, A liquid Bal∣sam for the Palsy.

℞ Mast••rwort lbj. red Myrrh, Castoreum, A. ℥j: flowers of Lavender, of Rose∣mary, of Sage, A. ℥vj. the three first things being in gross pouder, put them into a fit Vessel, and cover them 2 inches over, which with good Aqua Vitae or spirit of Wine, digest ten or twelve days, in a warm place, close stopt, shaking the Vessel five or six times a day; then strain out by gentle pressing: to this expressed Liquor put Camphir ℥x. dissolved in half a pint of spirit of Wine rectified, or somewhat more, mix, digest, and keep them fou use.

It is a very good thing for the intention specified in the Title, wherein you are to rub the Mould of the Head, Nape of the Neck, and all along the Back-bone, as also the parts afflicted. It is also good for all contractions of the Nerves, by rubbing and chafing it well in: more∣over it is a present Remedy

against the Gout in any Joynt, as also for old Aches, Bruises, Cricks in the Neck, Head-aches, &c. by bathing the parts affected.

24. Balsamum Artificia∣le Nostrum, Our Artificial Balsam.

℞ blood red Oyl of Hy∣pericon ℥xxiiij. Venice or Chio Turpentine ℥xij: Ro∣sin, Wax, A. ℥ix. Oyl of Nutmegs by Expression, Bal∣sam of Peru, A. ℥vj. Liquid Styrax ℥ iiij ss. Gum Ele∣mi depurated, red Myrrh in fine pouder, A. ℥iij. Oyl of Ros••mary Chymical, Camphir (dissolvd in Spir. of Wine rectified) Mastich (in fine pouder) A. ℥jss. first heat the Oyl of Hypericon, then dissolve therein the Mastick, Wax and Rosin (being in little bits) after put in the Turpentine and Bal∣sam of Peru; being dissolved and well mixed, put in the Myrrh, after it the Gum E∣lemi: next put in the Sto∣rax and Oyl of Nutmegs, which being dissolved, take all off from the fire; the heat be∣ing something abated, put in first the Oyl of Rosemary, which being mixt, then add lastly the Camphir dissolved in the spirit of Wine, which stir continually, till the spirit of Wine is evaporatca, and the Balsam perfected.

This is inferior to no Vul∣nerary Balsam whatsoever, but performs whatever any of them all can pretend to; it cures Wounds although of the Nerves and Tendons, and that almost in 24 hours: it preserves it safe and intire from filth, putrefaction and dead or proud flesh, till 'tis perfectly healed, which is commonly at once or twice dressing. It cases all exter∣nal pains in any part of the Body, as of the Gout, Sciati∣ca, and such like, but much more effectually, if you mix well there with Venice Scap a quarter part upon every ap∣plication: and it will be yet more effectual if Opium an eight part dissolved in S. V. be added to the same. Be∣ing well bathed upon Sinews shrunk up, it relaxes and comforts them, and causes them to extend to their due length. Laid upon the Sto∣mach,

for an inward Bruise, it is of admirable and singu∣lar use, and will be so much the more effectual if the quantity of afilbert be swal∣lowed in the morning fast∣ing, fasting after it an hour and an half, and as much last at night going to bed. An∣ointed upon Ruptures it con∣solidates them. If upon oc∣casion you mix with it a tenth part of pure fine pre∣pared Verdigrise (so prepa∣red as we advise in Cap. 4. Sect. 13. §. 2. following) or ʒ i thereof to ℥j. of this Bal∣lam; it will cleanse and heal all manner of old Ulcers, hollow cavernous fores, and fistula's whatsoever, taking away the calous proud or dead flesh, the Synovia or joynt-water, or any other impediment which may hin∣der the healing. It is good against old Aches, Sprains, withred Limbs, Cramps, Con∣vulsions, Tremblings, Numb∣ness, &c. It asswages Pain in Sores, fills hollow Ulcers with flesh, and heals them speedi∣ly, producing a Cicatrize: it safely heals wounds without danger of ses••ring: In cases pains and stitches in the sides; and applyd, softens the hard∣ness of the Liver and Spleent Inwardly taken, as aforesaid, it has been found by good Experience to give present Ease in the Stone and gravel, whether in the Reins or Blad∣der.

25. Balsamum Apople∣cticum, magis compositum, Balsam Apoplectick more compound.

℞ Orl of Nutmeg by Ex∣pression, ℥jss: Styrax Cala∣mita, Balsam de Tolu, Bal∣sam de Peru, A. ʒij; Civet, Musk, Ambergrise (the two last finely poudred in a little Brass mortar) A. ʒjss: oyl chymical of Wormwood recti∣fied ʒj: Oyl of Amber re∣ctified ʒss. Oyls Chymical of Cinnamon, Cloves, Ci∣trons, Lavender, Limons, Li∣gnum Rhodium, Marjoram, Rosemary, Rue, A. ℈j: mix and make a Balsam.

It cures Apoplexies, and almostall cold diseases of the Brain, which it strongly for∣tifies, as also all the other no∣ble parts. Dose inwardly à gr. ij ad iij or jv, mixt with a

little conserve of Roses. Out∣wardly anoint the Temples, the Sutures of the head, and the Nostrils, and let the sick carry continually gr iii or iiij in a box to smell to: and a grain or two may be put into each car with musked Cotton.

26 Balsamum Antipa∣ralyticum, A Balsam against the Palsy.

℞ Oyl of Nutmegs by Ex∣pression ℥iss: Balsam of Pe∣ru ℥i: distilled Oyls of Am∣ber, of Cloves, Lavender, Li∣mons, Marjoram, Mint, Rosemary, Rue, Sage, Savin, and of Spicknard, A. ʒ j: mix and make a Balsam: if you would have it stiffer you may add a small proportion of Propolis or Virgin Bees wax.

Besides being good against the Palsy, it is profitable in an Apoplexy, and all other cold and moist Diseases of Head and Brain: Dose in∣wardly à gr. ij ad iiij: out∣wardly anoint the Sutures of the Head, Temples and No∣strils, and all along the back bone from the nape of the Neck to the very Buttocks. Let also the sick often smell to it.

27. Balsamum Sulphuris commune, The common Bal∣sam of Sulphur.

℞ Oyl of Wallnuts by Ex∣pression, or of Aniseeds by ex∣pression, lb ss, or ℥ vj: flow∣ers of Sulphur ℥j: Salt of Tartar ℈ij: Whitewine ℥ij; put the Salt of Tartar into a small Glass Cucurbit, to which put the White wine, dissolve, then put in the flowers of Sulphur after the Oyl: mix all well together, and set the Glass over a gentle heat for 10 or 12 hours, stirring the Ingredients very often: then augment the fire, and boil the Balsam till the moisture be almost consumed. Take the Cucurbit from the Fire, and when cold, decant the pure Balsam from the faeces, and keep it in a strong glass bot∣tle for use.

It is of good use to digest Crude humors and indigest∣ed matter gathered together in any part of the Body, be∣ing often anointed upon the same. The Salt of Tartar is added to help the dissolu∣tion of the Flowers of Sul∣phur, and to amplify the red

color of the Balsam. You may also prepare it with Oyl of Almonds, Poppy seeds, Wallnuts, &c. And it may be made a compound Balsam by adding thereto Myrrh, A∣loes, and Saffron in a fit pro∣portion, being all of them first dissolv'd in Vinegar: not many better Balsams will succeed.

28. Balsamum ex Aloe, Balsam of Aloes.

℞ fine Aloes ℥iiij: pouder and dissolve in a small quan∣tity of Juyce of Wormwood red Myrrh ℥ ij: pouder and make it soft with a sufficient quantity of the Tincture of VVormwood, simple Oyl of Wormwood (See it in Our Pharm. lib. 5. cap. 2. Sec. 3.) ℥ x: mix, and boil to the Con∣sistence of a Balsam. It streng∣thens the Brain, Stomach, Joints, and nerves to a mira∣cle: it stops Vomiting, cau∣ses a good Appetite, makes strong, weak and feeble limb•• and comforts the nerves won∣derfully: I once mixed this Balsam with a quarter part of Mithridate, and applyed it to all the joynts of a Child which had the Rickets for near 7 years, and was about 8 years old, and could not stand alone, or use either hand: first I annointed all over with Oyl of Amber; then I applyed the aforesaid Mixture: and in 6 weeks∣time the Child was perfectly well. Annointed on the Bel∣ly, it kills Worms.

CHAP. IV. Of OYNTMENTS.

1. UNguentum Rubrum, Red Oyntment.

℞ Oleum Rosatum ℥ xviij: white Ceruse in fine pou∣der ℥v: Bees Wax ℥ jv: fine sanguis Draconis in subtil pouder ℥j; first melt the wax and the Oyl together; then put in the Ceruse; after the

Sanguis Draconis: lastly, add Camphir ℥ss: made in∣to pouder with a few drops of Oyl of Almonds.

It is good against Burns, Scabs, Ulcers, and running itching Humors: allays In∣flamations, and takes away Pustles, Eruptions, and o∣ther Deformities of the Skin. It prevails also in the Gout or any pain, pro∣ceeding from a hot cause.

2. Ʋnguentum Basilicon ab Horstio, seu Tetraphar∣macum, Royal Oyntment.

℞ yellow Wax, Rosin, Greek Pitch, A. lb ss. sweet Oyl lbij. ℥iiij. melt and mix.

It is used in all kinds of Wounds and Ulcers: it mol∣lifies and eases pain, it digests and fills Ulcers with flesh; it ripens Apostems, whether hot or cold, if thick spread upon Cloth or Leather, and it also caseth their pain: it is used with praecipitate in pocky and malign Ulcers, and is very good for scald∣ing and burnings.

3. Ʋnguentum Martia∣tum Nostrum; Our Oynt∣ment for the Camp.

℞ Rosemary, Bays, La∣vender, Camomil, Marjo∣ram, Basil, Wormwood, Rue, Sage, all dry, A. lbj. Mint, Balsamita, Penny royal, A. lb ss. infuse all forty days in Oyl of Turpentine a sufficient quantity, then press all hard out: mingle the expression with Oyl Olive, Hogs Grease, Sheeps Suet, A. lbv. Wax lbiiij. and over a gentle heat, perfect the Oyntment.

It has the Virtues of Bal∣samum Polychrestum, but not so powerful: It helps all cold Diseases of the Brain, Nerves and Joynts: It is good against Palsies, Trem∣blings, Convulsions, Gouts, Tumors of the Spleen, and the like affects.

4. Ʋnguentum Regis An∣gliae, The King of England's Oyntment.

℞ pure Oyl ℥iij. white Wax, Rosin, A, ℥ij. Tur∣pentine ℥j. Frankincense, Mastick, A. ℥ss. melt, mix, and make an Ʋnguent.

There is scarcely a better Incarnative and Consolida∣tive

in the whole Republick of Medicine than this Oynt∣ment; and if (in some cases) you add to it Fine Aloes, choice Myrrh, A. ℥j. it may be superior to any thing yet known.

5. Ʋnguentum Populne∣um Nostrum, Our Oynt∣ment of Popular Buds.

℞ Popular buds lbij. black Poppies, Henbane, Night∣shade, Mandrakes, Hem∣locks, Housleek, Lettice, Pur∣slane, great Burdock, all green, A. ℥viij. Opium ℥vj. Hogs grease lbviij. bruise all the Herbs, mix them with the grease, and boyl till they are crisp, then strain out by pressing: if after the expres∣sion you find the aquosity be not all gon, you must boyl a∣gain to the consumption thereof; then add thereto Wax lbss.

It is a singular good Ano∣dyn, giving ease in the Gout, Sciatica, Head-ach, and all tormenting pains; it causes rest and sleep, and abates the heat of Feavers and In∣flamations, eases pains in the Reins. Note, that in putting in of the Opium, you will do well to dissolve it first in Vinegar, then inspissate to the thickness of new Honey, and after add it to the Oynt∣ment when almost cold, mix∣ing them well together.

6. Ʋnguentum Narcoti∣cum, A Narcotick Oynt∣ment.

℞ Saccharum Saturni ʒij. Opium ʒj. Camphir ℈j. Oyl of Nutmegs by expression ʒvj. Ambergrise, Musk, A. ℈j. mix, and make an Oynt∣ment.

It allays heat and pain in the Head, and causes sleep by anointing the Temples.

7. Ʋnguentum Sympa∣theticum, The Sympathe∣tick Oyntment.

℞ Bears Grease, the brains of a Boar, Pouder of washed Earthworms, red Sanders, Mummy, Blood-stone, A. ℥j. Moss of a dead Mans Skull not buried ʒj. make an Oyntment according to Art. Or thus, according to Bar∣bet, (which he affirms to be the best Description) ℞ Oyl of Roses, fine bole, A. ℥ j.

Oyl of Linseed ʒij. Moss of a dead Mans Skull, Mans Fat, A. ℥ij. Mummy, Mans Blood, A. ℥ss. mix and make an Oyntment.

All Wounds are cured by this Oyntment (provided the Nerves and Arteries, or some of the principal Members be not hurt) thus: Anoint the Weapon that made the Wound daily once, if there be need, and the Wound be great, other∣wise it will be sufficient to anoint it every other day. Where note, 1. That the Weapon be kept in clean Linnen, and in a temperate heat; for if the dust fall, or Wind blow upon it, or it be cold, the Sick will be much tormented; so also if it be kept too hot. 2. That if it be a Stab, the Weapon must be anointed towards the point descending. 3. That if you want the Weapon, take Blood from the Wound upon a stick, and use it as if it were the Weapon: Thus the Tooth ach is cured by pricking the Gums, and a∣nointing the Instrument.

8. Ʋnguentum Nicotianae Nost. Our Oyntment of Tobacco.

℞ juyce of green Tobacco, or Extract of the dry lbj: Oyl Olive, Sheeps Suet, A. ℥ix: Turpentine ℥vj: Wax ℥iiij: mix and make an Oyntment.

In healing green Wounds, or old Sores, Cankers, Ul∣cers, Fistula's, Burning, Scalding, Wound made with poysoned Weapons, Gun∣shot, or bitings of Venemous Beasts, Punctures in the Nerves, &c. There is scarce a better Remedy. It keeps all clean, hinders proud flesh. and suddenly perfects the Cure. It is eminent in cu∣ring the Itch, Scabs, Lepro∣sy, or any breakings out; as also the Gout in Hands or Feet, or any other vehement pain; whether in the Joynts or Stomach, by anointing the place with it by the fire∣side.

9. Ʋnguentum Gallicum Nost. Our Oyntment a∣gainst the French Pox.

℞ Hogs grease lbj. Quick-Silver strained through Lea∣ther, and killed with spittle ℥iiij: Oyl of Hypericon ℥vj: Wax, Turpentine, A. ℥ij: spirit of Wine ℥j: mix all well, and make an Oynt∣ment.

It is prevalent against all Scubs, Itch, Scurst, Leprosy, and French Pox, for which Diseases, I know no more certain outward Remedy; as also against all Fluxes of Humors to any part, or in any Sore or Ulcer whatsoe∣ver. It abates Inflamations, and the sharpness of Salt Humors, let it be chiefly a∣nointed upon the Joynts once or twice: in the Pox, till a Flux arises; after which, let the body be twice or thrice well purged.

10. Ʋnguentum Mirabi∣le; The Wonderful Oynt∣ment.

℞ Lead ℥ij: melt it, to which add Quick-silver ℥ij: stir them together and make an Amalgama; pour it up∣on paper, pouder it very fine, and mix it with Ʋnguentum de Plumbo, or Diapompho∣ligos, or Populneum q. s.

It is a very good thing a∣gainst all Scabs, Itch, break∣ings out, and deformities of the Skin; Gutta Rosacea, Scurff, Morphew, Ulcers, simple and Venereal; inso∣much that it is thought to exceed all External Medi∣cines of this kind: It drys much.

11. Ʋnguentum Tarta∣rizatum; Oyntment Tar∣tarized.

℞ flowers of Sulphur, Salt Tartar, A. ℥j. melt them over the fire, into a Mass: being cold, pouder it fine, and mix it with s••ft Pomatum ℥viij.

It cures all forts of Scurff, Morphew, Scabs, Itch, Tet∣tars, Ring-worms, Lepro∣sies, and other breakings out in any part of the body. It cleanses and purifies the Skin, takes away redness of the Face, red Pustles, and other the like deformsties, by anointing therewith morn∣ing and evening. It is a good thing in Manginess, and such like breakings out.

12. Ʋnguentum Fuscum, The brown Oyntment.

℞ Oyl-Olive, Goat or Deers Suet, A. ℥ ix. Bees Wax ℥iiij. Greek or Burgun∣dy Pitch, common black Pitch, A. ℥ij. Ammonia∣cum, Opopanax, Galbanum, (dissolved in Vinegar, and brought to a Consistency) Ma∣stich, Frankincense, Tur∣pentine, A. ℥j Sagapenum (dissolved in Vinegar) ℥ij. melt, mix, and make an Oyntment.

It is an exceeding good thing to draw, discuss and heal, being of great force in Tumors, Wounds and Ul∣cers. It ripens and breaks all sorts of Apostems, Pesti∣lential Carbuncles and Vene∣real Buboes. It is cleansing, opening, attractive, and a∣nodyn, giving ease in the Gout.

13. Ʋnguentum Fuscum Wurtzij, Felix Wurtz his brown Oyntment.

℞ Scrophulary, Ground Ivy, Speedwel, A. M. j. cut them small, put them into a Bolt Head or Glass Vesica, upon which put good Wine Vinegar, so much as to over∣top them the breadth of two fingers: stop all up close, and digest in a warm sand heat for a week: then strain out the Vinegar, by pressing hard in a press. Take of this Vine∣gar ℥iij. abstersive Sulphur of Vitriol, Flegm of Vitriol, A. ℥ij. flos aeris ʒx. Honey clarified ℥vj. mix and boyl to an Oyntment.

§ 1. Here is to be noted, First, that the way of ma∣king the abstersive Sulphur of Vitriol, is expressed in lib. 2. cap. 9. sect. 7. aforego∣ing. § 2. That the prepa∣ration of the Verdigrise for this purpose is in this man∣ner: pouder it, upon which put distilled Vinegar ℥viij. digest till the Vinegar is tin∣ged very green; which de∣cant and cast away the saeces, then evaporate the Vinegar in a brass Vesica, so have you a glorious coloured Verdi∣grise at the bottom, of which one ounce is worth ℥x. of the former. § 2. That this Unguent is of principal use for Wounds of the jounts, especially if you fear any

manner of ill Symptoms ap∣proaching; and in general for all manner of other Wounds whatsoever, being much better than the com∣mon Aegyptiacum. § 4. That it not only cleanses Wounds and preserves them from Inflamations, corrosive Humors, and all other Symp∣toms and malignity, but al∣so mightily helps their heal∣ing. § 5. That this Un∣guent may be boyled to a hard••ess, to make Tents of, which may be put to the bottom of deep Wounds or Stabs, where it, melting by degrees, lays a sure Foun∣dation for the Cure, and re∣sists all things which hinders it. § 6. But as in other things, so in this, a moderate use is to be observed: use it not every day, especially when the Wound is in a good condition, nor when there is no occasion for it, but only when you see necessity re∣quires it: all which you will find out by practice, better than by many words.

14. Ʋnguentum Cosme∣ticum Barbetti, a beautify∣ing Oyntment.

℞ Capons Grease ʒiiij: Venice Borax ʒiij: Oyl of Myrrh ʒij: Ox Gall ʒj: Camphir ℈j: mix and make an Ʋnguent.

This is said to take away Scars, remaining after the Small Pox, or after Burns or Wounds, and to remove most other deformities of the Skin.

15. Ʋnguentum ad Sca∣biem Barbetti, An Oynt∣ment for Scabs.

℞ Sulphur Vive, Li∣tharge of Gold, A. ʒij: Ve∣nice Soap, Mercurtus Dul∣cis, A. ʒj ss: prepared Niter ʒss: Ʋnguentum Al∣bum Camphoratum ℥j: Oyl of Rhodium gut, viij: mix for an Oyntment.

It cures Scabs to a won∣der, even the most invete∣rate: esteem it as a Jewel.

16. Ʋnguentum de sapo∣ne Gereonis, Oyntment of Soap.

℞ Venice or Castle Soap thin sliced ℥iij ss: boyl it in Fumitory Water (juyce of

Poppies or Henbane in my O∣pinion is better) ℥vj: to be dissolved: then add Oyls of Euphorbium and Hypericon, A. ℥ss: Oyl of Earth∣worms ℥ j: Oyl of Juniper∣berries ℥ j ss: boyl to the con∣sumption of the humidity: then add Mastich, Frankin∣cense, A. ʒiij: Sulphur Vi∣ve, Euphorbium, Pyrethrum, A. ʒij ss: mix and make an Oyntment.

This is invented for the use of poor people, to ease all manner of pains, chiefly the Gout, and other afflicti∣ons of the Joynts.

17. Ʋnguentum Aloeti∣cum Mindcreri, Oyntment of Aloes.

℞ fine Aloes poudred small, Virgin Honey, Deers Suet, Cypress Turpentine, A. ℥iij: melt and mix them, adding the finely poudred Aloes, when they are almost cold.

Considering the smallness of the Composition, and ea∣finess of its preparation, it may be said to be one of the best Vulneraries in use.

18. Ʋnguentum Decame∣ron Mindereri, Oyntment of the ten Juyces.

℞ Juyces of Persicary or Arsmart ℥xij. of Ground∣sel, Tobacco, Yarrow, sharp pointed Dock, Cranes Bill, Plantane, Centaury, Hype∣ricon, Celandine, A. ℥vj: mix, strain, and let then set∣tle for twenty four hours, then decant off the clear; to these add fresh Butter, juyce of Spa∣nish Liquorice scraped thin; inspissate juyces of Comfrey, Tormentil and Hounds-Tongue, all finely scraped, A. ℥ iij: Oyl of Myrrh, and Deers Suet, A. ℥xij: boyl all together to the Consumption of the aqueous humidity; then strain, and add Venice Tur∣pentine ℥vj: Gum Elemi ℥x: Wax, enough to give it the consistency of an Ʋnguent: these two latter melt each a∣part, and being mixt, add at last a little refined Verdi∣grise.

It is a most incomparable Vulnerary, being as Minde∣rerus saith, of great effica∣cy, both for cleansing and healing, not only of

green Wounds, but also of all old Ulcers whatsoever, and in what part of the body so∣ever: esteem it as a Jewel.

19. Ʋnguentum Oph∣thalmicum Rosatum; Rosed Oyntment for the Eyes.

℞ Oyntment of Roses ℥ij: Virgin Honey ℥ss: fine Aloes, Sarcocol (three days infused in Womans Milk without stirring of it, and changing the Milk once a day) A. ʒij: white Troches of Rhasis in Pouder, fine bole, Tutia pre∣pared, A. ℈iiij: white Vi∣triol, Sugar Candy, A. ʒj: Saffron, Myrrh. Olibanum, A. ℈ij: Thebian Opium ℈j: make them into an Oynt∣ment according to Art.

It is intended against Di∣seases of the Eyes, for which it is an excellent Oynt∣ment; put a large drop in∣to the Eye, and then let the Patient go to sleep upon it, in the morning wash with some proper Eye water.

20. Ʋnguentum Aeru∣ginis, Oyntment of Verdi∣grise.

℞ fresh Butter depurated lbij: Rosin, Burgundy Pitch, A. lb ss: yellow Wax ℥ij: mix and make an Oyntment: when it is off the Fire, add Verdigrise finely poudred ℥j: continually stirring it till it is cold:

It is of great force to cleanse and heal all sorts of Sores and Ulcers, doing that in two or three days, which some other Medicines will not do in a Month.

21. Ʋnguentnm de Resi∣na Compositum; Oyntment of Rosin Compound.

℞ Oyl Olive ℥xij: Ro∣sin, Turpentine, A. ℥vj: Wax ℥iij: choise Myrrh, Sarcocol, Frankincense, Ma∣stich, Meal of Linseed and Fenugreek-seed, A. ℥j: melt the Oyl and Wax toge∣ther over a gentle heat, stir till they are half cold, then add the Turpentine and Ho∣ney; after them the Meals, and lastly the Gums in fine pouder, which mix well to∣gether.

This Oyntment cleanses much, incarnates and heals, and may be used instead of the Parsty Oyntment. It is

indeed an excellent thing in all Wounds and Ulcers.

22. Ʋnguentum Lithar∣gij, Oyntment of Lithage.

℞ Litharge ℥ij: Ceruse washed ℥j: Mummy ʒij: with Oyl of Roses and Vine∣gar make an Oyntment.

It generates flesh in Ul∣cers, heals and skins them after an excellent manner. It is invented in order to the healing of Cancers, af∣ter mortification and eradi∣cation thereof. It is of the nature of Nutritum or Tri∣pharmacum, in Our Pharm. Lib. 5. Cap. 4. Sect. 18. but this is more powerful and sympathetical to all those intentions, by reason of the addition of the Mummy. You may also apply it suc∣cessfully against all manner of Burnings and Scald∣ings.

23. Ʋnguentum Vulnera∣rium, A Wound Oynt∣ment.

℞ fresh Butter depurated lbiij: yellow Wax lbij: Rosin lbj: Turpentine lb ss: melt, mix, and make an Oyntment.

It heals all green Wounds immediately; cures Ulcers of the Legs, Chilblains, Kibes, chaps and clifts of the Breasts, Lips, Hands and o∣ther parts.

24. Ʋnguentum Vulne∣rarium magis Compositum, Wound Oyntment more Compound.

℞ Oyl Olive lbiiij: Ve∣nice Turpentine, Rosin, stone Pitch, Sheeps Suet, A. lb j: yellow Wax lbij: Mastich (in fine pouder) lb ss: melt, mix, &c.

The Virtues are the same with the former, besides which, it ripens and breaks all sorts of Apostems, as also Pestilential Carbuncles, Ve∣nereal Buboes, &c. You may use it after the Tumor is broken, till the Cure is perfected.

25. Ʋnguentum Valerio∣lae, Wound Oyntment of Valeriola.

℞ juyce of Smallage lb ss: best Honey ℥iiij: Barly Meal ℥ij: Meal of Orobus

℥j: choise Myrrh ʒij: Tur∣pentine ℥j ss: melt, mix and make an Oyntment.

It is inferior to no one thing in cleansing all putrid, for did and foul Ulcers, es∣pecially such as are hollow or cavernous, which it does without any biting at all; let linnen rags be dipt there∣in, and put into the cavity of the Ulcer. Value this as a Jewel in all Ulcers which have thin ichorus Excrements and Impurities.

26. Ʋnguentum Petri Bayeri, An Oyntment of Peter Bayerus.

℞ Juyce of Bramble tops, Juyce of Roses, Vinegar, A. ℥ij: Frankincense, Mastich, A. ʒiij: Litharge of Gold ℥j: Cauary ℥iiij: Juyce of Housleek ℥ ij: Aqua Vitae ℥iiij: Verdigrise ℥ij ss: Vitriol, burnt Alum, A. ʒj ss: Camphir ʒj: Oyl of Roses ℥iiij: pouder and searse those things which are to be poudred, which with the other let boyl all together up∣on a gentle fire (except the Camphir which is to be put in at the end) to the consump∣tion of the Juyces, then add Wax, q. s. and make as Oyntment.

It is a singular thing to cure all manner of, old for∣did, inveterate, putrid, Ma∣lign and cancerous Ulcers, in any part of the Body: and by the use of this Medi∣cine a cancerous Yard was cured.

27. Ʋnguentum Mercu∣riale Sennerti, Mercurial Oyntment of Sennertus.

℞ Sorrel, Scabious, Worm∣wood, Tansy, leaves of Pea∣ches, of the wild Ash-tree, of Henbane, of the Walnut, A. M. j: bruise all well to∣gether; and take their juyce, to which add old Hogs Grease lbij: boyl all together, till the humidity is consumed; then put to it Ship Pitch lbj ss: being very hot add Myrrh, Frankincense, Ma∣stich, (all in fine pouder) A. ℥ij: which stir about with a spatula, till the whole has the consistency of an Oyntment. When you have an occasion to use it, to every ℥iij, put Quick-silver killed with fa∣sting spittle) ℥ ss: or the

Quick silver may be shaken together with the white of an Egg.

With this Oyntment you may cure within 15. days all manner of Scabbiness, what∣soever it be: Or those Si∣rones which are accompanied with Itching. It is also an excellent good thing against the Itch, and against the breakings out of the French Pox, and Tumors and Nodes thence proceeding.

28. Ʋnguentum Apij Compositum; Oyntment of Parsly Compound.

℞ leaves of Parsly or of Smallage, M. iij: Ground-Ivy, Wormwood, Hysop, Cen∣tory the less, Germander, Mint, Sage, Hypericon, Plantane, Yarrow, Periwinkle, Sara∣cens consound, Bugle, Betony, Wood-bine, Vervain, Speed∣well, Ladyes bed straw, Knot Grass, Adders Tongue, Pim∣pernel, A M. ij: Oyl Olive lbviij: stone Pitch, (or in∣stead thereof Burgundy) Sheep suet, Wax, Turpentine, A. lbij: melt the Wax, Pitch, and Suet with the Oyl, into which put the Herbs bruised, which boyl gently, stirring them with a wooden spatula, till the humidity is nearly wasted, then strain and press strongly, to which straining (being almost cold) add Myrrh, fine Aloes, A. ℥iiij: roots of round Bithwort, Flo∣rentine Orrice, A. ℥ij: all in fine pouder, mix them all well together.

It is an excellent Vulnera∣ry, cleanses and heals Wounds to admiration. It is good against the hitings of mad Dogs, and other veno∣mous creatures; prevails a∣gainst Cramps, Palsies, Numbness, Weakness, and pains of the Nerves, Joynts, and other parts, &c. Some take the Juyces of the Herbs, but the Juyces alone cannot impart so great Vertues to the Medicine, as the com∣pleat Herbs can; nor can they impart to this or any other Oyntment their green color; unless they be boyled with their Herbs.

29. Ʋnguentum Hederae terrestris, Oyntment of Ground Ivy.

℞ May Butter lbvj: Ground Ivy bruised, M. vj. boyl to crispness: strain out by pressing, and boyl in the Liquor M. vj. more: do so the third time, then strain out, and keep it in a glazed pot for use.

It cures Pearls and Spots in the Eyes to a wonder, with other the like Distempers, by putting into the Eye a∣bout half the quantity of a Pea, morning and night, and then binding over it a cloth dipt in the Liquor Stypticus, at Sect. 10. Cap. 1. of this Book.

30. Ʋnguentum ad Porri∣ginem, An Oyntment against the Itch.

℞ Oyl Olive or Oyl of Ro∣ses ℥ij: flowers of Sulphur, Quick, silver, A. ℥j: (let the Quick-silver be brought into a subtil black pouder by grinding with the flowers of Sulphur, in an Iron Mortar) Camphir ℥ ss: grind all well together to an Oyntment. Or, ℞ Oyl Olive old, or old Oyl of Nuts ℥ij: flowers of Sulphur, Tar, A. ℥j: Juyce of Limons ℥iij: boyl to the consumption of the juyce, and add Soot in fine pouder ℥ss. Or, ℞ black Soap ℥ij: flowers of Sul∣phur, Ginger, Pepper, Tar, A. ℥ ss: mix them. Or, ℞ Venice or Crown Soap ℥j: flowers of Sulphur, Sal Ar∣moniack, A. ℥ ss: mix them over a gentle heat to an Oyntment.

All these are of extraor∣dinary use in curing of Scabs, Itch Tettars, Ringworms, Herpes, or any other break∣ings out of the Skin, by a∣nointing therewith: The first is the best and the most powerful, but the most dan∣gerous, and therefore ought to be used with caution.

31. Ʋnguentum Evae, Oyntment of Eve.

℞ Oyl Olive lb j: Mar∣row of an Ox Leg, yellow Wax, Rosin of the Pine Tree, A. ℥ij: fresh Butter ℥iij: mix and make an Oynt∣ment.

That this was invented by our old Mother Eve, is more than I can prove, for all that it bears her name: how∣ever it softens Tumors, dis∣cusses

and is Anodyn: It takes away Inflamations and eases pain. Foscarinus it was that brought it with him out of Turky.

32. Ʋnguentum ad Para∣lysin Valeriolae, Oyntment against the Palsy.

℞ Sage, sweet Marjoram, Betony, Bays, Rosemary and Primrose leaves, A. M. j: roots of Time, Acorus, or Galangal, and Flower-de∣luce newly gathered, A. ℥iij: Oyls of Foxes, of Indian Nuts, of Rue, A. lbj: Oyl of Turpentine lb ss: strongest Wine lb j: Aquae Vitae lbss: boyl them till the Wine be consumed, then strain them, and add of Serapinum, or Sagapenum, Opopanax and Bdellium, A. ʒij: Castor ℥ss: Mace, Nutmegs, Styrax, Calamita, Benjamin, A. ʒiij: long Pepper, Pyre∣thrum, A. ʒj. Grease of an old Cat, of a Serpent, and of a Goose, A. ℥ j: Marrow of an Ox bone ℥ij: Juyces of Dwarf Elder, Sage, Bawm, A. ℥iiij: Propolis ℥ij: mix, and with a suffi∣cient quantity of Bees Wax melted into the aforesaid Oyls; make them into the consistency of a thin Oynt∣ment or Liniment.

This is much commended by Valeriola, in his Obser∣vations for the purposes in∣tended; doubtless it strength∣ens any weak part, takes a∣way lassitudes, and watery Humors from any Member: In the Palsy anoint all along the back-bone warm, lay∣ing of Wooll or fine Flannel warm thereon.

33. Ʋnguentum Paraly∣ticum Riverij; Palsy Oynt∣ment of Riverius.

℞ Juyces of Squills ℥iiij: Juyces of Cucumber and Rue, A. ℥j: Euphorbium, Castor, Sagapenum, Ammo∣niacum, Bdellium) dissolved in Vinegar) A. ʒj ss: Myrrh; Frankincense, Pyrethrum, Niter, A. ʒj: Oyls of El∣der, Turpentine and Euphor∣bium, A. ℥ ss: Wax a suf∣ficient quantity, make an Oyntment.

It is a powerful Oynt∣ment in the Palsy, and in all cold, moist and paralytick Distempers of the Limbs,

anoint all the Back-bone therewith and the parts af∣fected; it would be good to use it, chiefly after bathing or sweating; for then the pores and passages of the Skin, being open, do the more easily receive the Oyntment.

34. Ʋnguentum Johannis Prevotij, The Oyntment of John Prevotius.

℞ Tobacco leaves, middle bark of Elder, A. M. j: roots of white Asphodel thinly sticed ℥j: Oyl Olive lbj: boyl away the humidity upon a gentle fire, and press them strongly out, to which add Frankincense in fine pouder ℥ ss: Wax ʒvj: mix, and make a Liniment.

It is a very excellent thing to cure ulcerated Chil∣blains or Kibes, in the Feet of Children or Elder peo∣ple: The said John Prevo∣tius deservedly commends it in his Medicines for the Poor; I have always oftentimes u∣sed it, and never found it fail. It presently heals ul∣cerated Chilblains or Kibes on the Nostrill Ears or Hands.

35. Ʋnguentum seu Lini∣mentum simplex, The simple soft Oyntment.

℞ Juyce of Nightshade, newly expressed, Oyl of Roses, A. ℥xx. boyl them according to Art, till the Juyce be boy∣led away: strain out, and add thereto Litharge of Gold, Ceruse, A. lb j: mix ac∣cording to Art, and make an Oyntment or Liniment.

It is cooling, drying, and resisting the heat of Inflama∣tions, being in an Erisipelas and confirmed Cancer.

36. Ʋnguentum ad Le∣pram Graecorum, Sculteti; An Oyntment for the Le∣prosy.

℞ Pomatum, Oyl of Tar∣tar per deliquium, A. ℥ij: Flowers of Sulphur ʒij ss: or ʒiij: Balsam of Peru ʒij: melt, mix, and keep stirring till it is cold.

He first caused the sick to bath in fair warm Water, in which Fumitory, Mallows, Speedwel and Elecampane were boyled; then he a∣nointed

with this Oyntment, he caused the ordinary drink to be Decoction of China, and often to take the Electuarium ad Lepram, in Lib. 2. Cap. 22. Sect. 19. and anointed the Back with Fat of Vipers.

37. Ʋnguentum de Beto∣nica, Oyntment of Betony.

℞ Juyces of Betony ℥iij. of Burnet, of Wood-bind, of Comfrey, A. ℥ ss. Malmsey ℥v. boyl away the Wine, then add Turpentine ℥ij. Sheeps suet, Oyl of Roses, A. ℥j. pou∣der of Mastich, Myrrh, Mummy, A. ʒj ss. Verdi∣grise ʒij. Wax. q.s. mix and make an Oyntment according to Art.

It is a good thing to di∣gest, cleanse and incarnate all green Wounds, more es∣pecially if they be in the Cra∣nium or Head: by its ap∣plication it prevents evil Symptoms, and renders the healing more secure.

38. Ʋnguentum seminum Hyoscyami, Oyntment of Henbane Seed.

℞ Henbane seeds poudred, ℈j: burnt Alum, burnt Vi∣triol, A. ʒss. Butter (meit∣ed and washed in Plantane Water) q.s. mix and make an Oyntment.

Its use is to consume the Callous or hardness of a Fi∣stula: which is done by dip∣ing a Tent therein, and put∣ting it into the Fistula: af∣terwards it ought to be tent∣ed (viz. when the Callous is removed) with such things as may prevent the breeding of a Callous: such as is this following mixture. ℞ Ʋn∣guent. de Betonica ℥j: Ʋng. Aegyptiac. ℥ ss: malax them well together for the purpose aforesaid.

39. Ʋnguentum Mercu∣riatum, An Oyntment of Mercury precipitate.

℞ Mercury precipitate, burnt Alum, Verdigrise, salt Peter, A. whites of Eggs a sufficient quantity; mix and make an Oyntment.

This presently extirpates the Callous of Fistula's, a linnen Tent being covered over herewith, and so apply∣ed: but it does not the work so pleasantly nor safely in

parts Nervous, or such as are endowed with exquisite sense. The Callous being removed, the Ulcer may be cleansed with Aegyptiacum, and incarnated with Ʋng∣de Betonica, and consolida∣ted with Ceratum Divi∣num; and, if there be any reliques of a hard Tumor, you may dissolve it with Ce∣ratum Oxelaeum: This Oynt∣ment is admirably appli∣cable to Fistula's of the Brest.

40. Ʋnguentum contra Vermes, An Oyntment a∣gainst Worms.

℞ Aloes Epatick ℥iij: Extract of Gentian ℥j: red Myrrh ʒvj: Extract of Wormwood ʒij: Extract of Colocynthis ℥ ss: spirit of Rhenish Wine ℥iiij: OxGall ℥vij ss: Oyl of Wormwood by boyling ℥viij: pouder fine what is to be poudred; mix and boyl in a double Vessel to the consumption of the humi∣dity of the Gall and S.V. then add yellow Wax q.s. mix and make an Oyntment.

You are to anoint here∣with from the Stomach to the Groin over the whole Belly, and that every day, morn∣ing and evening, for some certain time: It kill Worms in Children, and brings them away by stool.

41. Ʋnguentum contra pediculas, An Oyntment for the Lousy Evil.

℞ Oyl of Bays ℥viiij; juyce of Rue ℥vj: boyl to the con∣sumption of the juyce, then add Quick-silver killed with fasting spittle ℥j ss: seeds of Staves-Acre, Niter prepa∣red, Aloes Epatick, A. ℥ss: roots of white Hellebore, of sharp pointed Dock, Indian Tobacco, A. ʒij: Camphir, Oyl of Spike, A. ʒj: and with Wax, q. s. mix and make an Oyntment.

It is an approved thing for the purpose intended, but you must use it with care and caution, and take heed of getting cold.

42. Ʋnguentum ad Lu∣em Veneream, An Oynt∣ment for the French Pox.

℞ Hogs Lard ℥xij: Oyl of Hypericon ℥j: Ʋnguen∣tum Aragon ℥ij: Frankin∣cense

℥ss: Ceruse ℥ij: Mer∣cury precipitate ℥iiij: mix over a gentle heat, and make an Oyntment.

The use is the same with that of Ʋng. Neapolitanum, It powerfully helps all Pocky Sores and Ulcers; and dissoves Gums, Tophs, and Nodes, if the Bone be not corrupted, you must use it wisely and cautiously: by precipitate here is meant the white, which is much the better for this purpose.

CHAP. V. Of CERATES.

1. CEratum ad Cadave∣ra, A Cerecloth to wrap up dead Bodies in.

℞ Bees Wax lbxxv. Tur∣pentine, Colophony, Rosin, A. lbiij. Ship Pitch lb ijss. Frankincense, liquid Storax, A. lbij. Oyl of Spik lbss. Verdigrise lbj. melt and mix, adding to it Oyl of Ro∣ses lbij, or more, in which dip the Cloth.

It is intended only to wrap up dead Bodies in, whether Embowelled or not: The Embalmer may make the Cloth so large, as that it may go 4, 5, or more times about the Body.

2. Ceratum aliud ad Cadavera, Another Cere∣cloth for the same pur∣pose.

℞ Burgundy Pitch lbx. Rosin, Frankincense, A. lbvj. Aloes, Myrrh, A. lbj. Oyl of Spike lbss: Oyl of Cloves distilled ℥j: Oyl of Mace by Expression ℥iij. Sheeps Suet q.s. melt, mix, and make a Cerate.

The uses and intentions are altogether the same with the former: In the making of this latter you must be ve∣ry careful, for otherwise the

Burgundy Pitch will not ea∣sily mix, but harden in a lump, if the fire be too hot, therefore the fire ought to be gentle.

3. Ceratum Divinum Sculteti, Divine Cerecloth of Scultetus.

℞ Gum Ammoniacum, Galbanum, Opopanax, Bdel∣lium, pouder of Myrrh, Frankincense, Mastich, long Birthwort, Verdigrise, Cadmy prepared, Lapis Haematites, A. ℥j. Litharge of Gold, Oyl O••ive A. lbj. yellow Wax, Turpentine, A. ℥vj. melt, mix, and make them up in∣to a Cerate.

It conglutinates Ulcers ve∣ry speedily, hinders the grow∣ing of any bad flesh, and forthwith cicatrizes a Wound.

4. Ceratum Diasinipi ab Aquapendente, Cerate of Mustard seed.

℞ Sal Gem, Litharge of Gold, Ceruse, A. ℥iiij. Wax, Turpentine, A. ʒij. Galba∣••••um, Opepanax, A. ℥ss. ••ustard Seed poudred ℥ij. ••••d Oyl ℥ix. sharp Vinegar, q.s. mix and make a soft Cerate according to Art.

He prescribes it against a Meliceris, and such like Tu∣mors; for it warms, comforts the parts, and discusses mightily.

5. Ceratum Citrinum ab Aquapendente, The yel∣low Cerecloth.

℞ Juyce of Tobacco ℥vj: new yellow Wax ℥iiij. Rosin ℥iij. Turpentine ℥ij. Oyl of Myrtles q. s. make a soft Cerate.

It is a powerful dissolver of Tumors, and easer of pain; it strengthens weak Limbs, and restores such as are withred and have lost the use of them: It cleanses, fills up with flesh, and heals old Ulcers, and other filthy running Sores; and cures green Wounds almost in a moment.

6. Ceratum pro Fonti••u∣lis Sculteti, Scultetus his Sparadrap for Issues.

℞ Cerate of white Lead or Album Coctum ℥xij: Ce∣ruse in pouder ℥iiij: Fran∣kincense, Gum Tragacanth,

A. ʒvj: Florentine Orrice, Benjamin, A. ʒv: liquid Styrax, Oyl of Spike, A. ʒij. Venice Soap ℥ij: Wax ℥ij: or a sufficient quantity, mix, melt, and make a Sparadrap according to Art. You may add a little Musk to it, to make it smell the more plea∣sant.

It is to be spread upon new Linnen Cloth; with this Sparadrap, saith Scultetus, for two and twenty years, I have preserved above a thousand Issues, from all evil Symptoms, to the admirati∣on of all that used it.

7. Ceratum Ducis Hetru∣riae, Cerecloth of the Duke of Tuscany.

℞ Juyce of Ivy lbiij: Juyce of Tobacco, Turpentine, pure Rosin, Oyntment of Roses Mesue, yellow Wax, A. lbj: Oyl of Nutmegs ℥ij: pouder of sweet Cypress ℥j: pure Ce∣ruse lbj: mix, melt, and make a Cerate.

It is chiefly designed to keep Issues from all ill Sym∣toms, and therefore the use of this is the same with the former.

8. Ceratum Oxylaeum, Cerecloth of Vinegar and Oyl.

℞ common old Oyl lbj: sharp Wine Vinegar, Li∣tharge of Gold, A. lbss. mix upon a gentle fire, till they come to the consistency of a soft Cerate.

It discusses, drys, eases pain, strengthens the part, and is beneficially applyed to Cancers whether ulcera∣ted or not.

9. Caratum ad Tophos Sculteti, Scultetus his Cere∣cloth against Nodes.

℞ Quick silver (killed with fasting spittle) ℥ ss: pouder of Indian Tobacco ʒ ss: Dia∣chylon with Gums, Ceratum Oxylaeum, Ceratum Citri∣num, A. ℥j. distilled Oyl of Guajacum ʒj: mix, and make a Cerecloth.

This Cerecloth is used a∣gainst Pocky Nodes and Gums, when they will not be cured by Medicaments given by the Mouth, as Sarsa, which far more easily and quickly cures all knots and Accidents of the French Pox,

than Guajacum doth: the Author commends this Ce∣rat as an admirable thing in the case specified: but if for all this the Shins shall con∣tinually ake, and the Gum∣mosity will not be discussed, it is a most certain sign that the bone under the Node is corrupted; and therefore it is necessary to make incissi∣on upon the Node along the Shin-bone, with an Incission Knife, which being uncove∣red must be scraped away with scraping Tools, where it is corrupted. The first day the Node is to be cut with an Incission Knife, upon the length of the Shin∣bone, unto the Bone it self; then the Wound is to be di∣lated with Tow or Hempen hards, wet in the white of an Egg beaten, and the leg must be swathed with a conveni∣ent Ligature, to keep off a flux of Humors. On the se∣cond day you must take off the hards, and lifting up the Wound artificially, having first very well defended the found parts about it, that they may take no hurt, you must fill it with a Caustick; that of Ambrose Paraeus, which he has described Lib. 26. Cap. 32. under the name of Holosericum, is admirable in this case; he calls them Ho∣losericum Silken or Velvet Cauteries, for that they are like silk, gentle, and without pain; moreover he obtained them of a Chymist, by many entreaties and a piece of Vel∣vet, from whence came the name. ℞ of the Ashes of Beans Stalks, and the Ashes of Oak Wood well burnt, A: lbiij: let them be infused in a pretty quantity of River wa∣ter, and be often stirred up and down; then add thereto of unquenched Lime lbiiij: which being quenched, stir it now and then together for two days space, that the Capi∣tellum may become the strong∣er; then strain it through a thick and strong linnen cloth, and thus strained, put it three or four times upon the Ashes, that so it might draw more of the caustick faculties from them, then boyl it in a Bar∣bers Basin, or else in an earthen pan well leaded, upon

a good Charcole Fire, till it becomes thick. But a great part of the Secret or Art, consists in the manner and li∣mit of this boyling; for this Capitellum becoming thick and concreeting into Salt, must not be kept so long upon the fire, until all the moisture shall be vanished and spent by the heat thereof: for thus the force also of the aforesaid Medicines, which also con∣sists in a spirituous sub∣stance, will be much dissipa∣ted and weakned: therefore, before it come to extream dryness, it shall be taken from off the fire, to wit, when as yet there shall some thick moisture remain, which may not hinder the Cauteries to be made up into a form. The made up Cauteries shall be put up into a Glass, most closely stopped, that the Air may not dissolve them, and then set up in a dry place for use. But to proceed to our former matter; this Cau∣stick being laid on, cover it with a Plaster extended all the breadth of it, but not going round about the Leg: bind the Leg again with a pressing band according to Art. On the third day, re∣moving all these things, ap∣ply such things as will make the Escar fall off: when that is taken away, scrape away the rottenness unto the quick; and then with drying pouders cover the Bone with flesh. Thus you see the Node is first cut, that the Caustick may sooner come to act, yet incission is not al∣ways necessary, unless it be for those who will hardly be∣lieve the Chyrurgian when he tells them that the Bone is rotten, until such time as they see it or touch it them∣selves.

10. Ceratum Johannis Praevotij; The Cerecloth of Praevotius.

℞ Millet Meal ℥ij: Oyl of Roses, stirred up in a lead∣en Mortar ℥iij: Ponder of crude Lead ℥ss: Golden Rod, Sowthistle, Night shade pou∣dered, A. ℥ij: new Wax ℥ij, ʒvj: Pino Rosin ʒx: mix, melt, and make a Ce∣rate.

This was designed for to resolve and cure Cancers, which Experience has con∣firmed, being applyed after due purging. Scultetus ap∣plyed it to a Cancer in a Wo∣mans Breast, arising from the stoppage of her Terms, and he says, it did in three Months space insensibly dis∣solve the Tumor: In the mean time, seeing that her courses which had been stopt for two years, could not be brought down by remedies, he made her an Issue on the inward part of each Thigh, to the end that the offending matter might be brought down to the lower parts, and he kept them open a year, least the Humors should ga∣ther together again, and of∣fend some other part. The Purge which ought to be gi∣ven several times before hand, (because of the exqui∣siteness thereof) we will here incert, and it is this. ℞ Con∣fect•••• Hameth ʒvj: Ex∣tract of black Hellebor ℈j: Cream of Tartar ℈ss: de∣coction of flowers and Fruits, q. s. mix them.

11. Ceratum Paraliti∣cum Riverij; A Cerecloth for the Palsy.

℞ Emplaster of Betony, Melilot and Bay Berries, A. ℥j: Frankincense, Seeds of Nigella or Gith, seeds of Wa∣ter-Cresses and Mustard, Roots of Pyrethrum, Sal Ni∣ter, A. ℥ ss: Castoreum, E••∣phorbium, A. ʒj. with Oyl of Bricks, q. s. make a Cere∣cloth.

The Title shews the inten∣tion, for which it is a singular good thing: some spread it upon new thick cloth, which I think is the better; but Ri∣verius advises it to be spread upon Leather.

12. Ceratum Diasulphu∣ris, Cerecloth of Sulphur Compound.

℞ Oyl of Ben, or of Wall∣nuts by Expression lbj: flow∣ers of Sulphur ℥ij: Oyl of Tartar ℥j: digest all toge∣ther in a moderate sand heat, till the flowers of Sulphur are dissolved in the Oyl, decant the clear liquor into a brass Frying-Pan Tinn'd within, and over a gentle fire; melt

therein, yellow Wax ℥iiij: Colophony ℥iij: then taking the Pan from the fire and stirring the matter till it is half cold, mix therewith red Myrrh finely poudred, the full weight of all the other in∣gredients (viz. ℥xxij:) and the Searcloth is done.

'Tis excellent to soften and dissolve scrophulus Tu∣mors, and all other kind of external swellings, proceed∣ing from a cold matter, hard to dissolve. It is also a spe∣cifick in dissolving Tumors in Scroto, arising from Vene∣real Venom, and in cleansing all sorts of Ulcers. Spread it upon Linnen or thin Lea∣ther, and apply it to the part affected: but when you ap∣ply it to the Testicles, make use of a kind of Purse and Swathing band.

13. Ceratum Refrigerans, A cooling Cerecloth.

℞ Oyl of Roses lbj: white Wax ℥iij: slice the Wax, which put with the Oyl into a glazed Earthen pot: dis∣solve the Wax in the Oyl in B. M. then taking off the Vessel, continually keep stir∣ring it till it be cold, adding in the mean season fair Wa∣ter ℥ij: and continuing the same stirring: when this Water is drunk up add more, and continuing the stirring; still add more water, till you find it has enough, and the Cerate is white enough; af∣ter decant the Water, and put up the Cerate for use: some mix Spirit of Vinegar one Ounce therewith to make it more piercing.

This was of Hippocrates his Invention, and a good thing it is in easing and coo∣ling of all sorts of Inflama∣tions, in what part of the Bo∣dy soever, by being anointed thereon, and lint diped there∣in applyed over it. It is ve∣ry good against heat of the Reins, Phlegmons, Erysipe∣la's, Tettars, and such like: It is approved in easing the pain, and allaying the heat of the Hemorrhoids or Piles, and to cure crackings, chap∣ings, and peelings of the Skin in the Lips, Hands, and o∣ther parts. It allays Infla∣mations, and heals Galings of the Thighs and other parts in little Children, and in such

as are fat and pursy: It cures Chappings and other Sores in Womens Breasts, and their Nipples, and is ve∣ry good against Burnings: when there is need of dry∣ing and skinning, you may mix it with a fit proportion of Ʋnguent um Album.

14. Ceratum Stomachi∣cum Commune, The com∣mon Stomach Cerecloth.

℞ Oyl of Quinces lbiij: white Wax lbj: red Myrrh, red Roses, A. ℥ v: Worm∣wood dryed ℥iiij: Indian Spicknard ℥ ij ss: melt the Wax in the Oyl, in a glazed Earthen Vessel, and stir it till it begins to thicken, then add the other Ingredients in fine pouder.

Some in the place of Myrrh put so much Mastich; both are good, you may take which you like best; for my part I prefer the Myrrh: Some also melt the Gum in part of the Oyl, being first made into fine pouder, and then mix this dissolution with the dissolution of the Wax in the other part of the Oyl. The Title shews the Intenti∣on; it strengthens the Sto∣mach, helps digestion, pro∣vokes an Appetite, stops Vo∣miting, digests bad Humors, and expels Wind: let it be applyed hot to the Sto∣mach.

15. Ceratum Aromati∣cum, A sweet scented Cere∣cloth.

℞ white Wax lbvj: Oyl of Nutmegs by expression, di∣stilled Oyl of Lavender, di∣stilled Oyl of Orange and Cl∣tron Peels, A. ℥ ij: melt the Wax over a gentle fire in a Copper Basin Tinn'd over, large above and narrower be∣low: put in the Oyl and mix them well: then dip therein Linnen Coth of an indifferent fineness.

This was designed to wrap up dead Carcases in, and may be used instead of those at Sect. 1. and 2. of this Chap∣ter, though for my part, I judge either of them to be better. This is good to be applyed in weakness of the Nerves, and upon Paralitick Members.

16. Ceratum ex Betoni∣ca,

Cerecloth of Betony.

℞ Turpentine ℥iij: Pine Rosin, yellow Wax, A. ℥ij: Betony in pouder, Rosemary and Lavender flowers, A. ℥ ss: Mastich, Frankincense, red Myrrh, A. ʒij: Mummy, Gum Ivy, A. ʒ j ss: mix and make a Cerate.

It is good to apply to the Crown, Sutures, and Tem∣ples of the Head, to prevent defluxions of Rheum; It comforts and strenghens any weak part, eases pain, and heals any green Wound.

17. Ceratum ad prohiben∣dum abortum Milij, A Cerecloth to prevent Abor∣tion.

℞ Oyl of Olives, or of Quin∣ces or of Myrtles lbiij: Ma∣stich ℥j: Laudanum ʒvij Wax ℥ss: Bistort, Cypress Nuts, Hypocistis, Acacia, red Roses, red Coral, fine Bole, dryed Mint, Coriander seeds, Terra Sigillata, A. ʒij. Venice Turpentine q. s. mix, and boyl to the thickness of a Cerate.

In my Opinion there is too little Wax, or else you must make a very long boyling, which cannot be so well: first boyl the Oyl, Mastich, Wax and Turpentine to a due consistency; then strew in the Pouders, and at last add the Laudanum: the Wax and Turpentine may be of each ℥iij: and some in∣stead of Laudanum Opiatum take Labdanum, but the for∣mer is more to our pupose, which you may add to ℥j.

CHAP. VI. Of EMPLASTERS.

1. EMplastrum ad Her∣niam Nostrum, Our Plaster for Ruptures.

℞ Ox Gall N^o vj. Myrrh lbij:Turpentine lbj: Bees Wax, Ship Pitch, A. lb ss.

boyl all neerly to the thick∣ness of an Emplaster; to which, whilst hot••, add Mumms, Load-stone, both in fine pouder, A. ℥ vj: mix them, and stir till it is near∣ly cold.

It is one of the most pow∣erful things in the World to consolidate a Rupture, or knit broken Bones; and to strengthen any weak or fee∣ble part.

2. Emplastrum Arcaei; The Emplaster of Francis∣cus Arcaeus.

℞ Oyls of Roses, of Camo∣mil, of Violets, A. ℥j: soft Hens Fat, Veal Marrow, A. ℥ ss: Earthworms washed in Wine ℥j: fresh Butter ʒvj: Mucilage of Althaea lbss: boyl all to the consump∣tion of the humidity; then strain, and after add Li∣tharge ℥ ij ss: Vermillion ℥iij: Turpentine ℥ x: Ma∣stich ℥ ss: white Wax, q. s. make a Plaster.

It is the Vulnerary Em∣plaster of Arcaeus, and of singular use in curing and healing of all manner of Wounds; it breeds flesh, and skins Sores to a wonder. It takes away Nodes, Tophs, or such like Tumors, and is an excellent thing for Wo∣mens sore, hard and pained Breasts.

3. Emplastrum Leoni∣cum Arcaei, The Leonine Emplaster of Arcaeus.

℞ Oyl of Roses ℥vj: Ce∣ruse ℥iij: Ʋnguentum Ba∣silicon ℥j: boyl them together over a gentle fire, stirring all the while with a Spatula of Wood, till it is of the thickness of a Cerot: then add Verdi∣grise in pouder ʒiij: boyl a∣gain, till it is of a yellow or reddish color.

It is of good use in produ∣cing a Cicatrise upon Wounds, and correcting any bad Symptom that may a∣rise.

4. Emplastrum Nigrum Arcaei, The black Emplaster of Arcaeus.

℞ old Oyl, strong Wine Vi∣negar, A. lbiij: Litharge lbj: mix, and boyl them to an Emplaster, or till it looks black.

It has all the Virtues of the former, as also of the Empl. de Minio; and 'tis an excellent thing in any Gout, Sciatica, or other ex∣tream pains.

5. Emplastrum ad Tophos Harveij; Dr. Harvey's Emplaster for Pocky Nodes.

℞ factitious Cinnabar ab ℥j. ad ij. Oyl of Roses ℥ij: Wax lb ss: melt, mix, and make a plaster.

It was invented to discuss all pocky Nodes, Gums or Tophs, &c. which it does to a wonder.

6. Emplastrum ad Stru∣mam, An Emplaster for the Kings Evil.

℞ Emplastrum è cicuta cum Ammoniaco ℥viij. red Precipitate ℥ij ss. Gum Ele∣mi ℥ij. mix and make an Emplaster.

The Title shews the Vir∣tues: it dissolves the Tu∣mors if not maturated and broken: if broken, it clean∣ses and heals them: It also eases all manner of pains in any part of the Body, yea if proceeding from the Pox.

7. Emplastrum de Caran∣na cum Mercurio; Plaster of Caranna with Quick-sil∣ver.

℞ Gum Caranna, Am∣moniacum, A. ʒj: Quick∣silver killed with Turpentine ℥ ss: mix them.

It was invented for Tu∣mors of the Mesentery, Pan∣creas and Spleen; for which purposes, its equal is not yet known.

8. Emplastrum Resoluti∣vum Magistrale; A Ma∣gistral Plaster resolving Nodes.

℞ Quick-silver killed with flowers of Sulphur, Oyl of Hypericon, A. ℥ij: Wax depurated lb ss: melt, mix, and make an Emplaster.

It is a secret in dissolving of Nodes, Tophs, Gums, and Arthritick pains, which are as it were miraculously dis∣sipated herewith. It is ad∣mirable where the cause is Venereal; it may be apply∣ed to the Shins, Knees,

Arms, Back, between the Shoulders, &c.

9. Emplastrum Arthri∣ticum Barbetti; The Gout Emplaster of Barbett.

℞ Ship Pitch, Colophony, Propolis, Misleto of the Oak, round Birthwort, burnt Brass, yellow Wax, Turpentine, A. ℥iij: Mucilage of Althaea Roots ℥ij ss: Oyl of Earth ℥ij: Ammoniacum, Galba∣num, Mastich, Myrrh, Frankincense, A. ℥iss: make a Plaster.

He commends it as a ve∣ry good thing in a cold Gout, besides which he never found any thing more effectual; but he put in the Ballance with it, the Styptick Plaster of Crollius, mixt with the Oyl of Bricks.

10. Emplastrum Filij Zachariae, Emplaster of the Son of Zacharie.

℞ yellow Wax; Ox Mar∣row, Hens grease, Ducks grease, A. lbj. mucilage of Linsecd, Foenugreek Seed, Marsh Mallows, A. ℥ iiij. Oyl of Lins••ed, fat Rosin, A. q. s. make an Emplaster.

This is as good an Emolli∣ent and Suppurative, as is ordinarily used: it gives ease in all vehement pains, softens hard Tumors, and ripens them in a short time, being a delicate thing in Tumors of the Gods. We have ad∣ded the Rosin, for otherwise it will not come to the Body of an Emplaster in a long time, or not without much boyling.

11. Emplastrum Sticti. cum Paracelsi, The Stictick Emplaster of Paracelsus.

℞ Oyl Olive lbiij: Li∣tharge of Gold lbj ss: yellow wax ℥ix: Venice Turpentine ℥vj: Gum Ammonicaum, Elemi, A. ℥iij: Oyl of Bays ℥ij, ʒij: Bdellium, Opo∣panax, Galbanum, Mastich, Myrrh, Frankincense, Aloes, round Bithwort root, Lapis Calaminaris, A. ℥j. first mix the Oyl and Litharge together, and putting to them about a pint and a half of Water or Vinegar, boyl them together, continually stirring with a large woodden Spatu∣la, till they will not stick to ones fingers: then remove

the mass from the fire, and put in the Wax, which being melted, cast in the Gum Ele∣mi, melted with the Oyl of Bays, then the Ammonia∣cum, Galbanum, Bdellium, and Opopanax, (dissolved in Vinegar and strained) mixt with the Turpentine; after add the Birthwort root and Calaminaris, in fine pouder; and lastly, the pouders of the Myrrh, Aloes, Frankin∣cense and Mastich, which be∣ing well incorporated, make up the Plaster into Rouls.

This differs but little from that in Our Pharm. Lib. 5. Cap. 6. Sect. 50. called Sticticum. The Virtues therefore are the same which you may fetch from thence; the only difference is, that this has Gum Elemi added to it, and another way of ma∣king up. It is good against Punctures of the Nerves, Wounds, old Sores, and all manner of weaknesses and debilities of the Limbs. It strengthens much, and is therefore good for weak Backs.

12. Emplastrum Carmi∣nativum Sylvij, Sylvius his Emplaster discussing Wind.

℞ Ammoniacum Bdel∣lium, Galbanum, A. ℥ ss. Olibanum, red Myrrh, A. ʒij: Opium ʒj: dissolve them in Vinegar of Squills, and when they are again thickned add yellow Wax, Colophony, A. ʒiij: Oyl of Brick ʒj: Oyl of Earth ʒ ss: distilled Oyl of Caraways ℈ ss: Ve∣nice Turpentine q. s. mix, and make an Emplaster ac∣cording to Art.

It is excellent against Tu∣mors and Obstructions of the Spleen and Bowels, pro∣ceeding of Wind and other causes: it dissolves and dis∣sipates potently all kind of Swellings; and I have ap∣plyed it successfully to hard Tumors and Nodes. Sylvi∣us saith, That a Man of Amsterdam of about 50 years of Age, had a great, unequal and hard Tumors, in the left Hypocondrium, a∣bout the bigness of an Arm, reaching forwards towards the right side, according to the most frequent scituation of the Colon, ascribed to the Spleen by other Physicians

together with other Symp∣toms of the Hypocondriack Diseases; which the applica∣tion of this Plaster softned and took away; taking also Pills inwardly, made of the same Gums: It is an admi∣rable easer of pain, being applyed to what part soe∣ver. Spread it on soft Lea∣ther.

13. Emplastrum Catholi∣con; The Universal Pla∣ster.

℞ Oyl Olive, Bees Wax, A. lbiij. Turpentine, Rosin, Burgundy Pitch, Gum Elemi, A. lbij. Oyl of Hypericon lbj. mix, and over a gentle heat, make an Emplaster.

It heals all green Wounds: It softens, ripens, opens, and heals all hard, Scrophu∣lous and Oedematosus Tu∣mors: it also cleanses, heals; and drys, old, stinking and malign Ulcers.

14. Emplastrum Ar∣thriticum, An Emplaster a∣gainst the Gout.

℞ Diacalciteos ℥j. Opium strained ℥ ss. Venice So••p ʒij. mix, and make an Em∣plaster.

It is wonderful in all pains of the Gout, Sciatica, or Scurvy, or proceeding from what cause soever, in any part of the Body what∣soever; in which case it is the only, last, and most cer∣taid Remedy. It eases the Head-ach and causes rest.

15. Emplastrum Sticti∣cum Nostrum, Our Stictick Emplaster.

℞ Oyl of Hypericon ℥xij: Litharge, Saccharum Satur∣ni, A. ℥iij: Turpentine, Bal∣sam of Peru, A. ℥ij: Aloes, Ammoniacum, Bdellium, Gal∣banum, Myrrh, Opopanax, Sagapenum, Wax, A. ℥j: Frankincense, round Bith∣wort, Caranna, Taccama∣hacca, A. ℥ ss: boyl the Oyl, Wax and Litharge with some water together, till they will not stick to ones fingers: then dissolve what are to be dis∣solved in Vinegar, and pou∣der what are to be poudred: add the dissolved Gums, which boyl till the humidity is evaporated: lastly, add

the pouders and Turpentine, and make a Plaster.

It is good in the cure of Wounds, simple or contused, old Ulcers in the Leggs, or elsewhere, cut Nerves, bi∣tings of Venomous Beasts, Cancers, Fistula's, Scrophu∣la, Sclatica, old Aches, pains and Gouts of all Sorts; brui∣ses, Ruptures, and weakness in the back or other parts. It wonderfully strengthens de∣bilitated Members; eases pain, and is good for the Spleen; it ripens tumors, asswages In∣flamations, defends from Ac∣cidents, discusses, mollifies, attracts, incarnates, digests, consolidates, and is eminent for old Aches.

16. Emplastrum Hyste∣ricum nostr. Our Plaster for the Womb.

℞ Galbanum ℥xij; Am∣moniacum, Caranna, Opopa∣nax, Sagapenum, Tacama∣hacca, Oyl Olive, A. ℥ vj: Turpentine ℥ jv: the Gums severally dissolve in Vinegar; then melting the Turpentine and Oyl, add the Dissolutions, which boil to the consumpti∣on of the humidity, and make a Plaster according to Art.

It digests, mollifies, and resolves S••rophula's, Nodes and hard Tumors both in the Joynts and other Menibers. It is prevalent against the Gout; is good against Corns and Warts; helps the Megrim, and fits of the Mother, Ru∣ptures, pains of the Breasts, Head, Sides, Bowels; Liver; Spleen, Reins, Womb and Nerves, proceeding from Wind, humors, or any intem∣perature.

17. Emplastrum de Ranis nostr. Our Emplaster of Frogs.

℞ Juyce of six large green Frogs; Oyl of Hypericon, A. ℥ vj: of our Emplastrum sticticum ℥ xij: Quick silver kill'd with spittle, juyce of Li∣mons, Turpentine or flowers of Sulphur) ℥ vj: boil first, then mix in a warm Mortar the Quicksilver, and make an Emplaster.

It resolves a Scirrhus, hard swellings of the King's Evil, Nodes and other hard Tu∣mors: It eases intollerable Pains arising from the French Disease, being upon the shin

Bones, or in other places be∣tween the Joynts: but above all for the King's Evil, whe∣ther new or old, it is a most excellent thing.

18. Emplastrum Satur∣ni cum Mercurio, Emplaster of Saturn with Mercury.

℞ Saccharum Saturni ℥ iiii. Amalgama (of Quick silver p. ij. with Lead p. j.) ʒ vj: Chalk ℥ ss: Galbanum (dissol∣ved in Vinegar, and inssassate to a fit thickness) Myrrh A. ʒ ij: Turpentine ʒ j: Boars grease enough to make it into a Plaster in a hot Mortar.

It cures a malignant Cal∣lous and the worst Ulcers at once dressing (if you first wash them, when foul, with the ablution of Mercurius dulcis in Lime-water, &c.) spreading it upon thick lea∣ther, and laying it on with a Plaster of Diacalciteos upon it, binding it up, and not stir∣ring it for 15 da••es.

19. Emplastrum Aranea∣rum sen sebrifugum; Plaster of Spiders.

℞ Venice Turpentine ℥iij: melt it: then add live Spi∣ders N^o xxx. mix them with a Pestel, till the Turpentine be of an Ash Color, and the spiders appear not: After heat it, and add of small spi∣ders N^o. xl. stir them again, adding pouder of Asphaltum, and white sal Armoniack A. ℥ iij: grind them till the matterbe cold and very black: keep it 14 dayes, then soften it at the fire; and with your hands dipt in oyl make it up.

Make Plasters hereof, and cover them with leaf-Silver or Gold, and lay them to the Pulses of both Wrists, an hour before the fit of a Feaver or Ague comes (whether a con∣tinual or intermitting Quoti∣dian, Tertian or Quartan) leave them on nine days, then at the same hour, cast them into running Water; by this means this Plaster cures all Feavers and Agues.

20 Emplastrum Sarcoti∣cum, An Incarnative Empla∣ster.

℞ Oyl of Mastich, Honey of Roses, A. ℥ss: Turpentine, Sarcocol, Mummy, A. ʒiij; Rosin, Wax, Barly meal, A. ʒ ij; Frankincense, Mastich

A. ʒj: mix, and make an Emplaster over the fire ac∣cording to Art.

It breeds flesh mightily, and fills all old Sores, Ulcers, and hollow places up with flesh, by applying it upon them, being first cleansed.

21. Emplastrum ad Her∣niam Carnosam, A plaster for a fleshy Rupture.

℞ Galbanum, Ammonia∣cum, Bdelium, A. ℥ss: dis∣solve in Vinegar, strain, and add Wax ℥ ij: Ducks grease ℥j ss: Oyl of white Lillies, Marrow of an Ox leg, A. ʒx. mix and make a Plaster ac∣cording to Art.

It was designed for to cure a fleshy Rupture of the Cod by dissolving it, and several have been cured therewith: Spread it upon linnen Cloth, apply it to the Cod, and re∣new it every fourth day. In the mean Season, the sick is to take the pouder of Rest∣harrow roots, ad ʒj: in worm∣wood wine, every morning for one hundred dayes; and an Issue is to be made in the inward part of the Thigh, four Fingers breadth above the Knee, for the Derivation of the humour: continuing the application of the Plaster al∣so till the Tumor is wholly discussed.

22. Emplastrum ad Gan∣glia, An emplaster against growing Tumors.

℞ Ammoniacum, Galba∣num, Opopanax, Sagapenum, (being dissolved in Vinegar, strained and thickned,) red Myrrh in fine pouder, A ℥ iij. Oyl of Bays, S. V. rectified, A. ℥j. Sal Armoniack, Roman Vi∣triol, Quick-Silver, A. ℥ ss. Euphorbium ʒ ij. to the dis∣solved, strained and thickned Gums, being taken from the fire, add the Oyl of Bays and S. V. after the Myrrh, Quick-silver, Sal Armoni∣ack, Vitriol and Euphor∣bium in sine pouder, mixing them all very well toge∣ther.

It discusses and dissolves all sorts of hard Tumors, and such as are continually grow∣ing, as Wens, Nodes, swel∣lings of the Kings-Evil, Wolf, Cancers, Scirrhous Tophs, and Ulcerous callosities, for

which purpose there is scarcely a better Emplaster to be found, it prevails a∣gainst all sorts of Tumors in the External parts, arising from what cause soever.

23. Emplastrum Splene∣ticum P••storij; A Spleen Emplaster.

℞ strained Galbanum, Ammoniacum, A. ℥j. Myrrh, Saffron, A. ʒiij. Sulphur Vive, Balsamum ex Aloë, A. ʒij. Styrax Calamita ʒj ss. long Pepper ʒj. ℈ ss. Frankincense ʒj. mix and make an Emplaster, with Oyl of Capers and Wax. A. q. s.

Spread it upon Silk or soft Leather, cut it into the form or fashion of the Spleen, and then apply it.

24. Emplastrum Hepa∣ticum, An Emplaster for the Liver.

℞ Cerate of Sanders ℥ij: yellow Sanders ʒ ss: pouder of Lignum Aloes, of Myrrh, of Saffron, A. ℈j: mix, and with Oyl of Myrrh make an Emplaster.

Applyed to the Region of the Liver; it comforts and strengthens it mightily, and gives ease to pains there; taking away all Inflamations and unnatural heat.

25. Emplastrum ad Lum∣bricos.; An Emplaster for Worms.

℞ Balsamum ex Aloe ℥j: Extracts of Wormwood and of Gentian root, A. ℥ ss. mix them.

Let it be spread upon close or thick cloth, and applyed all over the Stomach and Belly: chiefly over the Ab∣domen.

26. Emplastrum Stema∣chicum Mynsichti, A Sto∣mach Emplaster.

℞ Tacamahacca ℥iiij: fine Labdanum, Benjamin, A. ℥ij. Colophony, Wax, A. ℥j: Bal∣sam of Aloes, Balsam of Peru, A. ℥ss. Chymical Oyl of Ori∣ganum, of Time, of Zedoary and of Rosemary, A. ℈j. Tur∣pentine, q. s. make an Em∣plaster, S. A.

It strengthens the Sto∣mach, takes away crudities, expels Wind, warms and com∣forts the part; and wonder∣fully

stops Vomiting, helps against loathings, and sorti∣fies the concoctive and di∣gestive faculties.

27. Emplastrum de Gal∣bano cum cera Mynsichti, An Emplaster of Galbanum with Wax, called by Myn∣sicht Galbanum Coctum.

℞ Galbanum (dissolved in Vinegar) yellow Wax, A. ℥vj. Venice Turpentine ℥iiij: mix and make an Emplaster of a just consistency.

This is a great Emollient and Resolver: it digests, mol∣lifies, discusses and resolves and cold hard Tumors, Scro∣phula's, Nodes, Tophs, Gum∣mosities, &c. it also eases pain, proceeding from an af∣flax of cold Humors; it es∣pecially gives ease in the Megrim, being applyed to the part afflicted; it strength∣ens and comforts the Brain, Nerves and Womb; it is good against the biting of mad Dogs, stinging of Scor∣pions, or of any other Ve∣nomous Creature. Lastly, it takes away Corns and Warts both in the Hands and Feet; being applyed for some time.

28. Emplastrum de Sper∣ma Ceti Mynsichti, An Em∣plaster of Sperma Ceti.

℞ white Wax ℥iiij. Sper∣ma Ceti ℥ij: Galbanum dis∣solved in Vinegar ℥j: mix and make an Emplaster.

Being spread upon Cloth and applyed to the Skin, whether of the Hands or Feet, it makes them purely soft and white, even to admi∣ration; at first it must ley on night and day, and renew∣ed every other day: after∣wards it may be applyed on∣ly at night going to Bed, and so to be taken off the next morning. Some add to the Composition Oyl of Ben ℥i ss. others ℥i ss. of this follow∣ing mixture. ℞ Oyl of Ben ten parts, Oyl of Tartar one part, shake them together, till they are white like Cream.

APPENDIX. Amulets against the Plague.

29. Amuletum Pestilen∣tiale, A Pestilential Amulet.

℞ pouder of dryed Toads ℥j ss: yellow Arsenick, white Arsenick, A. ʒ vj: Ditta∣ny: Tormentil, A. ʒ j ss: Pearls prepared, yellow San∣ders, A. ℈ij: Saffron ʒ ss: Jacynths, Emeralds, A. ℈ j: all being in pouder, with Mu∣cilage of Gum Arabick, make a Past for Amulets, which being form'd, tye up in a thin Silk or Linnen Cloth, and hang it about the Neck so as it may fall even upon the Region of the Hear••.

30. Amuletum aliud ad Pestem, Another Amulet a∣gainst the Plague

℞ Crystal Arsenick ℥ij: Dittany, Saffron, A. ʒij: Camph••r, Euphorbium, A. ʒj: pouder, and with Muci∣la••e of Gum Arabick make Past.

31. Amuleta optima ad Pestem, Another excellent Amulet for the same.

℞ pouder of dryed Toads ℥ij: white Arsenick ℥ ss: red Arsenick ʒij: roots of white Dittany, Tormentil, A. ʒij: Pearls ʒ j: red Coral, Emeralds, Jacynths, A. ʒ ss: Saffron, Ambergrise, Musk, A. gr. iij. with Mucilage as aforesaid, make Amu∣lets.

32. Amuleta Prestantis∣sima, The powerful Amu∣let.

℞ Arsenick ℥j: Dittany of Creet, Mustard seed, Cin∣namon, A. gr. x. Amber∣grise, Benjamin, A. gr. v. mix and with Mucilage of Gum Arabick, make Amu∣lets.

CHAP. VII. Of CATAPLASMS.

1. CAtaplasma ad Porri∣ginem; Pultise for a Scald Head.

℞ black Rosin lb ss, or more: strong Ale lb iij: mix, and boyl them together,

then make it like a hasty Pudding, with fine flower, either of Wheat or Rye, the last is best.

Lay this a fingers thick∣ness upon new flannel cut in∣to three distinct pieces; so as that they might (if sewed together) make a Cap fit for the Head: Apply it warm to the Scald, dress it twice a day, taring it (when you are a going to dress it) violently off from the scald, so will it pull out the hair by the Roots: but before you apply it, let the hair be first clipt short with Sissars and not shaved. This application so oft repeat, till all the hair is pulled off by the roots, the Scabs are wholly vanished, and it has perfectly don run∣ning. Every time you dress it, wash it with Urine of a∣nother person mixt with a little Wine, then lay on the pultice again warm; after a little while it will harden like a stone upon the Head, which is (as aforesaid) to be torn violently off from the Head every dressing. When the Head is well, the hair will come thick and well a∣gain.

2. Cataplasma suppura∣tivum, A ripening Pultise.

℞ Yolks of Eggs ℥ j: white Salt, poudered Hens∣dung, Honey, A. ℥ j ss: Meal of Orobus ℥ ij ss: mix them well together without the heat of fire.

It ripens and breaks A∣postems, Baboes, &c. apply it morning and evening warm.

3. Cataplasma Anody∣num Sculteti, A Pultise easing pain.

℞ Barly Meal, Bean Meal, A. ℥vj: Crums of houshold Bread ℥iiij: pouder of red Roses (or of Betony) ℥ ss: Oyl of Roses ℥iij: Oxy∣mel simple, red Wine, A. q.s. mix well together and apply it warm.

The Title shews the inten∣tion, it eases pain and takes away the heat of Inflama∣tions in any part of the Body.

4. Cataplasma ad Para∣lysin, A Pultise for the Palsy.

℞ large white Onions, bake them in their Skins so well till they will beat into a kind of Pap: of this Pap take lbj: pouder of Rosema∣ry leaves and flowers ℥ ij: mix them together and make a thick Cataplasm.

Spread it thick upon Lea∣ther, and lay it upon the benummed part; change it every twenty four hours, or rather every twelve hours, and continue it for fourteen or twenty days, more or less, as you see occasion. Let the Cataplasm reach as far as the Paralytick Distemper.

5. Epithema Cordiale so∣lidum, A solid Epithem for the Heart.

℞ Conserve of Clove Gil∣liflowers and Roses, A ℥ ss: Confectio of Alkermes and Jacynths, A. ʒj ss: Venice Treacle, species Diamargari∣ti 〈◊〉〈◊〉, A. ʒj: mix them.

Being warm, spread them upon Sheeps Leather, and apply it to the Heart.

6. Cataplasma Commune, The common Cataplasm or Pu••tice.

℞ Crums of new white Bread ℥iiij: new Milk a Pint: fry them over a gentle fire in a frying Pan, stirring them continually with a wood∣en Spatula, till it becomes of the thickness of a Pultise; then taking the pan off the Fire, add Yolks of Eggs N•• ij: Oyl of Roses ℥j. Saff••on finely beaten ʒj: mix them.

It eases pain, dissolves and discusses swellings but ••ately come, and is of good use in all cold, moist and pituitous Tu∣mors.

7. Cataplasma Narcoti∣cum, A Narcotick Pultise.

℞ of the former Cata∣plasm ℥ x: liquid Extract of Opium ʒij: or iij: mix them well, and apply it.

This is to be used where a more powerful asswager of pain is required: you will find it to be of good use in the Gout, whether it be from a hot or cold Cause.

8. Cataplasma Emolliens, A softning and ripening Pul∣tise.

℞ roots of Lillyes and Marshmallows cut small, A.

℥iij. Leaves of Mallows, Marsh-Mallows, Ground∣sel, Violets, Parietary, Brank ursine, A. M. j: fair Water lbvj: boyl the roots first for a while, then put in the leaves, and continue boyling till they are perfectly soft: strain out the Decoction, and beat what remains in a Marble Mor∣ter, with a wooden Pestle, and pass the pulp through a hair Steve reverst: the Decocti∣on and Pulp put into a small Frying Pan, to which add Meal of Lin-seed and Fenu∣greek Seed, Oyl of Lillyes, A. ℥iij ss. boyl all together over a gentle fire, continually stirring the Mass, till it is of a due consistence.

This softens and ripens Tumors, whose end Nature intends to be maturation, and brings them to a more spee∣dy suppuration.

9. Cataplasma ex stercore humano, a Cataplasm of the Dung of Humane kind.

Make a strong Lixivium of Quick-lime, so that the water may supernate five or six inches: decant and add Mans Dung so much as may make it of the consistence of a Pultise.

This seems to be as a Divine Remedy, sent from Heaven, for the cure of all such poor Mortals as labour under con∣tinual running Sores, hollow Fistula's, putrid, virulent and malignant Ulcers, eat∣ing Cancers, and such other like rebellious Diseases; al∣though of twenty years stand∣ing, and resisting all Reme∣dies; these deplorable Ma∣ladies, this Medicine takes a∣way by the roots, as it were by Inchantment, drawing a∣way all the filthiness, corrup∣tion, malignity, stench, pu∣trefaction, venom, vir••lency, and poyson; so that com∣monly at two, three, or four applications, but scarcely ever exceeding the seventh time of applying, the poor Patient becoms well, and perfectly freed from his tormenting companion: 'tis almost mi∣raculous, that it should over∣come the malignity and poy∣son of virulent and eating Cancers (which some call the Wolf, and totally master it in so short a time, as this will certainly do it: in truth it

can be applyed to no out∣ward old Sore in vain, and what are really uncurable by all other Medicines, are certainly cured by this, and that both safely and speedily. There is a reason for this in nature, which I cannot stand now to give.

10. Cataplasma Cyclami∣nis, A Pultice of Sow-bread.

℞ roots of Sow-bread, wild Cucumers, A. ℥ j: leaves of Wormwood, of Mer∣cury, A. M. ij. flowers of Ca∣momil and Melilot, A. M. j. boyl the roots first, then the leaves in fair Water. lbiiij. adding at length the white Wine a quart: strain the Decoction away, and the remainder pulp through a hair sieve: to the Decoction and pulp add Meal of Faenu∣greek and Lupins; pouders of Wormwood, of Cummin-seed, of Fennel-seed and of Bay berries, A. ℥j. mix and make a Cataplasm, as at Sect. 8. above.

This is a good thing to cut and attenuate tough and thick Humors, and to digest them if need be: otherwise to dissolve and discuss them by transpiration through the Pores.

CHAP. VIII. Of CLYSTERS.

1. ENema Anodynum, A Clyster easing Pain.

℞ Carminative decoction ℥x: Honey of Roses, Honey of Rosemary flowers, A. ℥ j: Lenitive Electuary ℥i, ʒ ij: Oyls of sweet Almonds and of Rue A. ℥ j ss: mix for a Cly∣ster.

It is anodyne, and gives ease in violent pains of the bowels, chiefly such as arise from wind and sharp humors, as in

the Cholick, Gripings, &c.

2. Enema Emolliens, Emol∣lient Clysters of Scultetus.

℞ Decoctum Commune ℥ viij: Elect. Diacatholicon ℥ j: Oyl of Violets, oyl of Ca∣momil, A. ℥jss: mix well to∣gether for a Clyster.

It gently moves the Belly and makes it soluble, com∣monly causing three or four Evacuations: This Clyster sometimes exhibited in pains of the head gives much ease.

3. Enema mellis Rosa∣rum, A Clyster of Honey of Roses.

℞ The Emollient Decoction ℥x: Honey of Damask Roses: Oyls of Violets and of Camo∣mil A. ℥ j ss: pulp of Cassia new drawn ℥ j: mix and make a Clyster.

It loosens the Belly and provokes to stool.

4. Enema Solutivum, A Solutive Clyster.

℞ Leaves of Mallows, Bur∣net, Violets, Borrage, Water-Lillies, Camomil-flowers, A. M. ss: seeds of Flax, of Me∣lons, of Fennel, of Citrons, A. ʒ j: Water, q s. boil, strain, and add to ℥ viij there∣of, Honey of Roses solutive ℥jv: Oyl of Violets ℥ j: Oyl of Camomill ℥j: mix them for a Clyster.

This gently makes the Bel∣ly soluble, bringing away thick and viscous Humors, and draws away Vapors from the head and Stom••ch.

5. Enema ad Icteritiam Herculis Saxoniae, A Clyster for the yellow Jaundice.

℞ leaves of Centory both sorts, A. M. ss. Linseed, Fennel, Anise and Cartha∣mus Seeds, A. ℥j: pulp of Colocynthis in bits ʒj: boyl all in Water S.A. take of this straining ℥ x: Electuary of Bay-berries, Benedicta laxa∣tiva, A ℥ ss: Oyl of Rue, Hony of Roses, A. ℥iij. mix them.

6. Enema Nutriens Myn∣sichti, A nourishing Cly∣ster.

℞ Broth of the flesh of the Bugil, Capon Broth, A. ℥viij. Barly Cream, Cows-milk, A. ℥iiij. choice Canary ℥iij. Su∣gar of Roses ℥j. Wheat bread dryed and poudred ℥ss. yolks of Eggs, N^o ij. mix them.

It nourishes much, and is good to be given, where by reason of some impediment in the Throat, Tonsils or Jaws, the swallowing is hin∣dred, or where by reason of the weakness of the Sto∣mach little is received in by the Mouth.

7. Enema Pituitam Pur∣gans, A Clyster purging Flegm.

℞ roots of Elecampane, of Pyrethrum, A. ℥j. leaves of Calamint, Horehound, Pen∣ny-Royal, A. ℥ ss. Agarick trochiscated and bruised, Gummy Turbith, A. ʒij. flowers of Rosemary and Ca∣momil, A. ʒj ss. boyl in wa∣ter, q. s. stram, and take thereof ℥xvj. Oyl of Rue ℥iij. Malago Wine ℥ij. Honey of Squills ℥j. Benedicta Laxa∣tiva Diaphaenicon, A. ℥ ss: common Salt ʒij. mix and make a Clyster.

8. Enema in Capitis af∣fectibus Mynsichti, A Cly∣ster for Diseases of the Head.

℞ Sena ℥j: roots of Bry∣ony, Agarick, A. ℥ ss: Mar∣joram, Camomil, Centory the less, Sage, Orig••num, A. ʒij. Flowers of Lilly Convally, of Rosemary, A. ʒj ss: pulp of Colocynthis, Black Hellebor, A. ʒjss: mix and boyl in rain Water q. s. to the consump∣tion of the half: to this stran∣ing ℥xvj. add Oyl of Ver∣vain ℥iij. Honey of Rose∣mary flowers ℥j ss. Salt ʒij. mix and make a Clyster.

This Clyster is of singular use in the Head-ach, Me∣grim, Vertigo, Scotomia, Phrenzy, Lethargy, Carus, and other cold affects of the Head and Brain: it is a spe∣cifick also against Melancho∣ly, Sorrow, Sadness, Quar∣tans, Scabs, Tettars, Ring∣worms, Morphew, Gancers, Leprosy, Elephantiasis, Scir∣rhus of the Liver and Spleen, and other affects arising from Atrabilis: and these things more especially if you add in the last Composition Con∣fectio Hamech ℥ss.

9. Enema in Causa à du∣ritia faecum Mynsichti, A Clyster where the body is hard bound.

℞ roots of Althaea, of

Mallows, A. ℥j: leaves of brank Ʋrsine; Parietary, Al∣thaea, A. ʒvj: flowers of Camomil, seeds of Faenu∣greek, Linseed, A. ℥ ss: boyl in water and strain: to ℥xvj, hereof, add Oyl of Se∣samus seeds by expression ℥iij. Benedicta Laxitiva ℥j. mix for a Clyster.

10. Enema Dolorem Coli∣cum Sedans Mynsichti, A Clyster against the Cholick.

℞ fat Broth a pint: Oyls of Camomil and of Dill, A. ℥ij: clarified Honey ℥j ss: Cremor Tartari ʒiij: Sal Gem ʒj ss: mix for a Clyster. Or thus: ℞ roots of Althaea, of Mallows, A. ℥j: flowers of Camomil, of Melilot, of El∣der A. ℥ss: seeds of Fennel, of Anise, of Cumin, of Par∣sly, Linseed, A. ʒij: Water, q. s. boyl and strain: to the straining ℥xij: add Malago Wine ℥iiij: Oyl of Camomil and Dill, A. ℥ij: Benedicta Laxativa ℥j: Yolks of Eggs, N^oj: mix and make a Cly∣ster.

11. Enema Stipticum in fluxibus Ventris, A binding Clyster in a Looseness.

℞ Old Cheese dryed ℥i ss: roots of Hounds-Tongue, Pom∣granate Peels, Turkish Galls, A. ℥j: boyl all in rough red Wine, q. s. and strain: to ℥xvj, of the straining, add Frankincense poudred ʒiij: Yolks of Eggs N^o j: mix and make a Clyster.

12. Enema adstringens Mynsichti, An Astringent Clyster.

℞ roots of Tapsus barba∣tus or male Mullein, of Plan∣tane, of Bistort or Snake∣weed, A. ℥ j: leaves of Rup∣ture-wort, Knot-grass, Horse, tail, A. ℥ ss: Balaustins, Pomgranate Peels, Myrtle-Berries, A. ʒij: red Roses, Sumach, A. ʒj: boyl all in Smiths Forge Water q. s. and strain: to ʒxvj: of the straining add juyce of Yar∣row ℥ij: Goats Suet ℥j ss: mix, &c.

This binds and astringes much, and is only to be given after a sufficient purging and cleansing of the Bowels of their Excrements, filth, and viscous Humors.

13. Enema dolores dysen∣tericos

placans Mynsichti, A Clyster for the Bloody Flux.

℞ Barly Broth, Milk, A. lb ss: Oyl of Roses ℥iij: Juyce of Plantane ℥ij: brown Sugar ℥j: Goats Suet ℥ ss: Philo∣num Persicum ʒj: mix and make a Clyster.

This is an excellent good Compositum, and not inferior to any other for this pur∣pose.

14. Enema Diureticum Mynsichti, A Clyster provo∣king Urine.

℞ roots of Althaea, of Grass, Liquorice, A. ℥j: leaves of Parietary, Saxifrage, Mal∣lows, A. ℥ss: Raisons Juju∣bes, A. ʒiij: the four greater cold seeds bruised, Winter-Cherries, Gromwel seed, A. ʒij: flowers of Camomil and Brom, Garden Tyme, A. ʒi ss: Water q. s. boyl and strain: to lbj: of this straining, add Oyl of bitter Amonds, Oyl of Scorpions, A. ℥j ss: Salt of Rest Harrow ʒj: mix and make a Clyster.

15. Enema in rimis sen scissuris, Rhagadijs Ani Myns. A Clyster in Chaps and Clifts, &c. of the Funda, ment.

℞ Oyl of Violets ℥v: But∣ter not salted ℥iij: mucilages of Tragacanth, of the seeds of Fle••wort and of Quinces, ana ℥j ss: brown Sugar ℥ j: mix and make a Clyster.

It is a very excellent for what the Title specifies, and causes a perfect healing soon∣er than can be imagined.

16. Enema pro pueris Myn. sichti, A Clyster for a Child.

℞ Camomil, Parietary, ana ℥ss: Liquorice ʒij: Se∣na ʒj: boyl in Milk or broth and strain: to this straining ℥vj: add Manna ℥ ss: Oyl of white Lillies ʒij: Salt ʒj: mix for a Clyster.

17. Enema pro infantibus Mynsichti, A Clyster for In∣fants.

℞ Althaearoots ℥ss: leaves of Melilot ʒij: Flowers of Hollyhocks and of Mullein, A. ʒj: boyl in water q.s. strain and to ℥iiij thereof add brown Sugar ℥ss: Oyl of Camomil ʒij: Manna, Cal∣labrina ʒj: mix and make a Clyster.

18. Injectus ad Gonorrhae∣am, An Injection for the run∣ing of the Reins.

℞ Smiths forge-water lbiij Sumach-berries, Nutmegs, Balaustians, Pomgranate∣peels, A. ℥ ss: bruise what are to be bruised: boil almost half an hour, then strain, and dissolve therein Roman Vitri∣ol calcined, Roch Alum, A. ʒj: Honey of Roses ℥ iij: Ver∣digrise gr. vj: filter and keep it for use.

It is a good thing for the Intention, and if S.V. ℥ij be added; it will be yet much better.

19. Species suppositoria a∣cuta conficienda, Mynsichti.

℞ Grains of Colocynthis ℥iss: Roots of White Helle∣bor, of Esula the less prepar'd, of Hermodacts, A. ℥j: barks of yellow Myrobalans, roots of Polypody, choise Sena, Agarick trochiscated, A. ℥ss, Sal Gem, Niter, A. ʒ ij: Camomil flowers ʒj: mix and make all into a subtil pouder, which keep till you have an occasion to use it.

It is a good provokative to stool, and sometimes per∣formes beyond many other things.

20. Pessus ad sterilitatem, Mynsichti, A Pessary against Barrenness.

℞ Darnel meal ℥ss: Hares Rennet, burnt Alum, Casto∣reum, liquid Storax, A. ʒij: red Myrrh, Opopanax, Gal∣banum, Calaminth, white pep∣per A. ʒj: Musk, Amber∣grise, A. ℈ss: mix and in∣corporate them well together, of which make two Pessaries.

These provoke the Terms and cleanses the Womb of all its impurity, opening the mouths of all the Vessels thereof: They are only pro∣per for Women which are barren through too much sat or too great a Flux of hu∣mors, in the Parts dedicated to Generation. Of these let one be held in the Womb from noon till night. If they prove strong, let them not be retained in the Womb above an hour: but if weak, let them be continued for a whole night: After the use hereof, the sick may, if she finds cause, use some proper

warm Bath. But, if there remains, after the use of this medicament, any troublesom pain, it will be good to put up a sufficient quantity of Lint moistned well with Oyl of Violets and mucilage of Fleawort-seeds, lest an Exul∣ceration should follow.

To the Immense and Divine Triade, who has enabled me to go through and perfect this Work, under manifold Afflicti∣ons and great Weaknesses, and to bring it to light under a long Sickness of above 40 weeks continuance: who has de∣livered me from the Grave, and saved me from the Jaws of Hell, making me to break its cords asunder; who has made me to survive Envy, and to wade through a Sea of Lies, designed Calumnies and Slanders: and has caused me to tryumph over the false and lying Tongue: who pointed out to me the Snare, and has delivered me from the Power of the Sorceress: To him whose Almighty Power, under all this great Burden has sustained me, and whose Right Hand has thus admirably upheld me, who has put into my heart his Fear, and impressed upon my Soul the Chara∣cter of his Holiness: who has dealt with me after a wonder∣ful manner, and made me largely to partake of his loving Kindnesses, even in the midst of Judgment so that his Rod became a Staff unto me. My Soul in Testimony of abundant Thankfulness, offers up to my compassionate GOD a perpe∣tual Sacrifice of Praise and Thanksgiving; to whom belongs all Power, Dominion, Honour, Glory and Renown now and ever. Amen.

From my House, at the Blew-Ball in Shoo-lane, London, 7 Julij. 1682.

SALMON.

FINIS.