Niantou Powder

Niantou Powder,For children with obstruction of urination or defecation.

Formulas Name : Niantou Powder

Chinese Name : 捻头散

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Corydalis, 3 qian of Sichuan Chinese toon, 3 qian of soapberry seed ash.

Source

*The Yongle Encyclopedia*, Volume 1033, citing *Experienced Universal Relief with Modifications*.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For children with obstruction of urination or defecation.

Instructions for Use

Take 2–3 qian per dose, mixed with Niantou Decoction.

Niantou Powder,*The Yongle Encyclopedia*, Volume 1033, citing *Experienced Universal Relief with Modifications*.,For children with obstruction of urination or defecation.

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