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Changshan and Rhubarb Decoction

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Changshan and Rhubarb Decoction,For malaria-induced solid masses and accumulated heat, characterized by restlessness, confusion, and dizziness; frequent bouts of chills and fever; and persistent, severe weakness.

Formulas Name : Changshan and Rhubarb Decoction

Chinese Name : 常山大黄汤

Drug Formulation

Changshan 3 liang, licorice (roasted) 3 liang, Qianhu 2 liang, rhubarb 3 liang.

Source

From *Shenshi’s Formulas*, cited in Volume 5 of *Wai Tai*.

Processing

Cut the ingredients into pieces.

Benefits

For malaria-induced solid masses and accumulated heat, characterized by restlessness, confusion, and dizziness; frequent bouts of chills and fever; and persistent, severe weakness.

Instructions for Use

Boil 1 dou of water down to 3.5 sheng; add rhubarb and boil down to 3 sheng. Divide the decoction, strain, and let it cool. Take 7 he for the first dose, 8 he for the second dose, and 9 he just before the onset of symptoms.

Note

Avoid seaweed, Chinese cabbage, raw scallions, and raw lettuce.

Changshan and Rhubarb Decoction,From *Shenshi’s Formulas*, cited in Volume 5 of *Wai Tai*.,For malaria-induced solid masses and accumulated heat, characterized by restlessness, confusion, and dizziness; frequent bouts of chills and fever; and persistent, severe weakness.

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