Achyranthes Porridge，*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 188.，For post-typhoid debility characterized by aching and pain in the limbs, dry mouth, and high fever.
Achyranthes Porridge
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Formulas Name : Achyranthes Porridge
Chinese Name : 牛膝粥
Drug Formulation
1 liang of Achyranthes root shoots and leaves, 1 liang of Solanum nigrum leaves, 1 liang of raw Rehmannia root (sliced and roasted), and 2 he of glutinous rice (thoroughly washed).
Source
*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 188.
Processing
Add 2 sheng of water; first decoct the Achyranthes, black nightshade, and rehmannia until reduced to 1 sheng; strain out the residue, then add the rice and cook into porridge.
Benefits
For post-typhoid debility characterized by aching and pain in the limbs, dry mouth, and high fever.
Instructions for Use
Consume on an empty stomach.
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Achyranthes Porridge,For post-typhoid debility characterized by aching and pain in the limbs, dry mouth, and high fever.