Alum and Honey Decoction

Alum and Honey Decoction,Phlegm and fluid retention.

Formulas Name : Alum and Honey Decoction

Chinese Name : 矾蜜汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of white alum, slightly less than half a cup of honey.

Source

*Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 4.

Benefits

Phlegm and fluid retention.

Instructions for Use

Add 1 bowl of water, bring to a boil 10 times, then add the honey and drink while warm. If vomiting has not yet occurred, drink boiled water immediately afterward to induce vomiting.

Alum and Honey Decoction,*Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 4.,Phlegm and fluid retention.

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