Kudzu Root Life-Sustaining Decoction

Kudzu Root Life-Sustaining Decoction,Stroke. Characterized by sweating, body heat, and no aversion to wind.

Formulas Name : Kudzu Root Life-Sustaining Decoction

Chinese Name : 葛根续命汤

Drug Formulation

Xiao Xuming Decoction (with double the amount of Cinnamomum cassia and Scutellaria baicalensis), 2 liang of Pueraria root.

Source

*Collection of Life-Preserving Formulas*, Middle Volume.

Processing

Except for Aconite and Apricot Kernel, coarsely grind the remaining ingredients; then add the two ingredients and mix thoroughly.

Benefits

Stroke. Characterized by sweating, body heat, and no aversion to wind.

Instructions for Use

Take 5–7 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water and 5 slices of fresh ginger; decoct until reduced to 1 zhan; strain; and take while still slightly warm before meals.

Kudzu Root Life-Sustaining Decoction,*Collection of Life-Preserving Formulas*, Middle Volume.,Stroke. Characterized by sweating, body heat, and no aversion to wind.

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