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Acorn Decoction,For dysentery with red and white stools.

Formulas Name : Acorn Decoction

Chinese Name : 橡实汤

Drug Formulation

Acorn shells (roasted), licorice (roasted), lychee shells, and pomegranate peel—each in equal parts.

Source

*Compendium of Divine Remedies*, Volume 76.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For dysentery with red and white stools.

Instructions for Use

Take half a liang per dose; decoct in 1.5 zhan of water until reduced to 8 fen; strain and take while warm.

Acorn Decoction,*Compendium of Divine Remedies*, Volume 76.,For dysentery with red and white stools.

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