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Black Scorpion and Four Gentlemen Decoction

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Black Scorpion and Four Gentlemen Decoction,For chronic convulsions in children.

Formulas Name : Black Scorpion and Four Gentlemen Decoction

Chinese Name : 乌蝎四君子汤

Drug Formulation

Ginseng, Atractylodes macrocephala, Poria cocos, Licorice, a small amount of Sichuan Aconite (raw), and a small amount of whole scorpion (roasted).

Source

From *Direct Pointers on Pediatrics*, Volume 2.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For chronic convulsions in children.

Instructions for Use

Take half a qian per dose; add fresh ginger and jujubes, decoct in water, and take orally. If another dose is required, omit Sichuan Aconite.

Black Scorpion and Four Gentlemen Decoction,From *Direct Pointers on Pediatrics*, Volume 2.,For chronic convulsions in children.

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