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Changyang Decoction,“Zhong’e” (sudden illness), with convulsions and loss of voice.

Formulas Name : Changyang Decoction

Chinese Name : 菖阳汤

Drug Formulation

Stone Acorus, Gastrodia, Whole Scorpion, Stiff Silkworm, Aconite (processed), Notopterygium, Ginseng, Licorice (roasted), Polygala (seed removed), Schizonepeta, and Platycodon (roasted)—each in equal parts.

Source

*The Book of Sincerity*, Volume 12.

Benefits

“Zhong’e” (sudden illness), with convulsions and loss of voice.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally. Another formula adds mint.

Changyang Decoction,*The Book of Sincerity*, Volume 12.,“Zhong’e” (sudden illness), with convulsions and loss of voice.

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