Bath Decoction,From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 8.,For all types of wind-induced ailments and itching throughout the body.
Bath Decoction
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Formulas Name : Bath Decoction
Chinese Name : 澡洗药
Drug Formulation
32 liang of dried lotus leaves, 16 liang of Wilfordia (soil removed), 16 liang of Saposhnikovia (soil removed), 16 liang of patchouli leaves, 16 liang of Lingling, 16 liang of mugwort, 8 liang of Atractylodes (soil removed), and 8 liang of white angelica.
Source
From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 8.
Processing
Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.
Benefits
For all types of wind-induced ailments and itching throughout the body.
Instructions for Use
For each use, take 2 liang of the mixture, place it in a raw silk bag, and add 2 buckets (approximately 4 dou) of water. Boil until it comes to a boil three times, then let it cool slightly. Pour the solution over the body in a draft-free area. Avoid drafts for a short while; if the water level drops, add more hot water as needed to maintain the proper amount. Do not add cold water; do not add any powdered herbs.
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Bath Decoction,For all types of wind-induced ailments and itching throughout the body.