Gu Shou Decoction

Gu Shou Decoction,Headache.

Formulas Name : Gu Shou Decoction

Chinese Name : 顾首汤

Drug Formulation

Vitex fruit 1 qian, Chuanxiong 5 qian, Angelica dahurica 1 qian, Licorice 1 qian, Pinellia 1 qian, Asarum 1 qian.

Source

*Secret Records of the Stone Chamber*, Volume 1.

Benefits

Headache.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Gu Shou Decoction,*Secret Records of the Stone Chamber*, Volume 1.,Headache.

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