Gardenia and Gypsum Powder

Gardenia and Gypsum Powder,For cases of overexertion following early rising or excessive eating and drinking after a recent recovery from typhoid fever.

Formulas Name : Gardenia and Gypsum Powder

Chinese Name : 栀子石膏散

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Gardenia seeds, 3 liang of Gypsum, 3–7 male mouse droppings, 2 liang of fermented soybeans, 2 liang of Sichuan rhubarb (coarsely chopped and lightly roasted), and 1 liang of Trifoliate orange peel (roasted with wheat bran until slightly yellow, then pitted).

Source

Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 14); name cited in *Pujifang* (Vol. 146).

Processing

The above formula is a coarse powder.

Benefits

For cases of overexertion following early rising or excessive eating and drinking after a recent recovery from typhoid fever.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; decoct in 1 medium bowl of water until reduced to 6 fen; strain and take while warm, regardless of the time of day.

Gardenia and Gypsum Powder,Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 14); name cited in *Pujifang* (Vol. 146).,For cases of overexertion following early rising or excessive eating and drinking after a recent recovery from typhoid fever.

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