Ephedra Root Decoction

Ephedra Root Decoction,For unceasing spontaneous sweating due to deficiency in cases of cold damage.

Formulas Name : Ephedra Root Decoction

Chinese Name : 麻黄根汤

Drug Formulation

Ephedra root 1 liang, Astragalus 1 liang (chopped), Schisandra berries half a liang, Oyster shell 2 liang (calcined to powder), Licorice 3 fen (lightly roasted until reddish), Dragon Bone 1 liang.

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 12.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For unceasing spontaneous sweating due to deficiency in cases of cold damage.

Instructions for Use

Take 5 qian per dose; decoct in 1 large zhan of water until reduced to 5 fen; strain and take while warm, at any time.

Ephedra Root Decoction,From *Shenghui*, Volume 12.,For unceasing spontaneous sweating due to deficiency in cases of cold damage.

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