Preparation Method for Shrunken Cardamom

Preparation Method for Shrunken Cardamom,

Formulas Name : Preparation Method for Shrunken Cardamom

Chinese Name : 法制缩砂

Drug Formulation

10 liang of Cardamom (peeled, soaked in water with Puxiao overnight, air-dried, then roasted in sesame oil until fragrant and fully cooked), 1.5 qian of Osmanthus flowers, and 1.5 qian of Licorice powder.

Source

From *Eight Notes on Nurturing Life*, Volume 13.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder and mix evenly to form pills.

Instructions for Use

Chew thoroughly after consuming alcohol or food.

Preparation Method for Shrunken Cardamom,From *Eight Notes on Nurturing Life*, Volume 13.,

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