Snow-Like Decoction

Snow-Like Decoction,For heat in the diaphragm with a dry throat, wind-toxin attacking the heart, and delirium with oppression.

Formulas Name : Snow-Like Decoction

Chinese Name : 如雪汤

Drug Formulation

Puxiao, black bean skin (raw) 1 liang, wood fragrant 1 liang, rhubarb (raw) half a liang.

Source

From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 124.

Processing

Grind all the herbs, except for Puxiao, into a fine powder.

Benefits

For heat in the diaphragm with a dry throat, wind-toxin attacking the heart, and delirium with oppression.

Instructions for Use

Take 5 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water, decoct until reduced to 1 zhan, strain out the residue, add 1 qian of Puxiao, stir until evenly mixed, and take warm at any time. A mild laxative effect is the desired outcome.

Snow-Like Decoction,From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 124.,For heat in the diaphragm with a dry throat, wind-toxin attacking the heart, and delirium with oppression.

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