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Alum and Gallnut Decoction,For profuse, uncontrollable sweating and symptoms of umbilical dysuria.

Formulas Name : Alum and Gallnut Decoction

Chinese Name : 矾倍丹

Drug Formulation

White alum and gallnut, each in equal parts.

Source

*Medical Levels*, Volume 8.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder and form into pills using rice paste.

Benefits

For profuse, uncontrollable sweating and symptoms of umbilical dysuria.

Instructions for Use

Apply as a poultice to the navel, or take orally.

Alum and Gallnut Decoction，*Medical Levels*, Volume 8.，For profuse, uncontrollable sweating and symptoms of umbilical dysuria.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026

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