Ephedra Decoction

Ephedra Decoction,For warm malaria with restlessness and agitation.

Formulas Name : Ephedra Decoction

Chinese Name : 麻黄饮子

Drug Formulation

Ephedra 1 liang (roots and nodes removed), oyster shell powder 1 liang, Sichuan lacquer half a liang, licorice half a liang, rhinoceros horn shavings half a liang, Anemarrhena rhizome half a liang.

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 52.

Processing

Finely chop the ingredients.

Benefits

For warm malaria with restlessness and agitation.

Instructions for Use

Decoct 2 large bowls of water until reduced to 1½ bowls; strain, divide into 3 doses, and take all within one day.

Ephedra Decoction,From *Shenghui*, Volume 52.,For warm malaria with restlessness and agitation.

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