Shenhe Powder

Shenhe Powder,For those who are physically weak or experiencing constipation after childbirth.

Formulas Name : Shenhe Powder

Chinese Name : 参诃散

Drug Formulation

Raw Terminalia chebula peel and ginseng (root without the fibrous base), each in equal parts.

Source

From *Wei’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 7.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For those who are physically weak or experiencing constipation after childbirth.

Instructions for Use

Take with rice washing water; no specific time of day is required.

Shenhe Powder,From *Wei’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 7.,For those who are physically weak or experiencing constipation after childbirth.

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