What are the procedures in making medicine

Internal use herbal preparations:

GLYCERITES

Some preparations are made with a base of alcohol to extracts the ingredients, glycerites are thick liquids that are alcohol free, in which glycerin is used instead of alcohol. This is a great way of treating children, because glycerites are sweet, making it easy for the parent to introduce to the child, also glycerites do not affect blood sugar levels, making them perfect for people with diabetes.

Glycerin is used in our daily life, foods like frosting and baked goods contain glycerin, It can be obtained from pharmacies. An average dose of glycerites is about 25 to 30 drops, they are not as potent as tinctures, but they should be diluted in water or juices, using them directly can irritate the mouth. To make a glycerite use the following:

1 ounce of herbs.

6 ounces glycerin.

4 ounce distilled water.

Chop herbs in a blender and place them in a dark glass jar. Mix the glycerin and water and add it to the herbs, close the jar tightly and store at room temperature for 2 weeks. Shake container avery day to move ingredients around. Strain the herb pulp and store in a cool and dark place. A glycerite can last for 2 years.

PILLS

If you have no problems using pills, capsules or tablets you could take advantage of the easiest way of taking herbs, specially those that are bitter, or spicy. The herb is dried, powdered, process and ether compress into a pill or placed in capsules made of gelatin.