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Chaihu and Oyster Shell Decoction

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Chaihu and Oyster Shell Decoction,For pain in the heart and abdomen, with pain localized in the chest and a predominance of heat.

Formulas Name : Chaihu and Oyster Shell Decoction

Chinese Name : 柴胡牡蛎汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Bupleurum, 1 qian of oyster shell (powdered), 2 qian of licorice, 3 qian of Trichosanthes, 3 qian of Pinellia, 3 qian of peony, and 3 qian of fresh ginger.

Source

From *Selected Essentials of Medicine*.

Benefits

For pain in the heart and abdomen, with pain localized in the chest and a predominance of heat.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water to about half a cup; take while warm.

Chaihu and Oyster Shell Decoction,From *Selected Essentials of Medicine*.,For pain in the heart and abdomen, with pain localized in the chest and a predominance of heat.

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