Shenqu Powder

Shenqu Powder,For edema and swelling due to post-dysentery debility; also treats postpartum distension caused by deficiency.

Formulas Name : Shenqu Powder

Chinese Name : 神曲散

Drug Formulation

1 sheng of Shenqu, 1 liang of dried ginger, 1 liang of Asarum, 1 liang of Sichuan pepper seeds, 1 liang of Aconite, 1 liang of cinnamon bark.

Source

From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Pujifang), Volume 213.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For edema and swelling due to post-dysentery debility; also treats postpartum distension caused by deficiency.

Instructions for Use

Take one fangcun bi per dose; if no relief is felt, increase to 2–3 bi. Mix with wine and take three times daily. After taking this medicine, urination will be restored and the swelling will subside.

Shenqu Powder,From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Pujifang), Volume 213.,For edema and swelling due to post-dysentery debility; also treats postpartum distension caused by deficiency.

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