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Chai-Shao Decoction

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Chai-Shao Decoction,Shingles.

Formulas Name : Chai-Shao Decoction

Chinese Name : 柴芍饮

Drug Formulation

Chaihu 9g, Red Peony Root 9g, Moutan Bark 9g, Mulberry Leaf 9g, Fangfeng 6g, Honeysuckle 15g, Forsythia 12g, Kusan 4g, White Fresh Bark 9g, Raw Licorice 6g, Smoked Poria 12g, Atractylodes 6g, Astragalus 9g, Angelica 6g.

Source

*A Concise Compendium of Traditional Chinese Dermatology*.

Benefits

Shingles.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Chai-Shao Decoction,*A Concise Compendium of Traditional Chinese Dermatology*.,Shingles.

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