Dried Papaya Decoction

Dried Papaya Decoction,

Formulas Name : Dried Papaya Decoction

Chinese Name : 干木瓜汤

Drug Formulation

Dried papaya (seeded and cleaned) 4 liang, powdered licorice (roasted) 2.5 liang, aniseed (roasted) 1 liang, white sandalwood 1 liang, white cardamom seeds 0.5 liang, cardamom 2 liang, dried ginger 2 liang.

Source

From *Medical Formulas Compiled by Category* (Vol. 198), citing *Essential Home Remedies*.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into an extremely fine powder.

Instructions for Use

Take half a qian at a time, add salt, and dissolve in boiling water before taking.

Dried Papaya Decoction,From *Medical Formulas Compiled by Category* (Vol. 198), citing *Essential Home Remedies*.,

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