Cinnamon Decoction

Cinnamon Decoction,Shanghan.

Formulas Name : Cinnamon Decoction

Chinese Name : 桂浆

Drug Formulation

3 jin of raw honey, 1 dou of boiled water, 3 liang of red Poria (peeled and ground into powder), half a liang of barley malt (ground into powder), half a jin of fine rice malt (ground into powder), 3 liang of cinnamon (coarse bark removed and ground into a fine powder), and 100 apricot kernels (soaked in hot water, peeled, and ground raw into a paste).

Source

From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 2.

Processing

Combine the above ingredients—honey, apricot paste, and water—in a single container and stir until well blended. The total volume, including water, should be 3 large red helmets. Transfer the mixture to a porcelain jar or bottle, seal the opening with oiled paper, cover with several layers of paper, and secure with clay. Place in an ice cellar for 3 days to mature. Filter through cotton to remove sediment, then dilute with water and drink.

Benefits

Shanghan.

Instructions for Use

Oral Use

Cinnamon Decoction,From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 2.,Shanghan.

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