Cornus Decoction，*Ji Feng*, Volume 13.，
Cornus Decoction
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Formulas Name : Cornus Decoction
Chinese Name : 山茱萸汤
Drug Formulation
4 liang of fresh Cornus officinalis, 4 liang of fresh Evodia officinalis, 2 liang of black pepper, 1 liang of large Sichuan aconite, 2 liang of fresh Cnidium monnieri, 1 liang of fresh Galangal (the above 6 ingredients should be coarsely ground; mix thoroughly with good-quality wine—do not make the mixture too wet; let it steep for one fu period; then stir-fry over low heat until dry, ensuring no smoke is produced; remove and let cool),4 liang of oyster shell (roast over charcoal until red; remove and place on cool ground), 2 liang of dried ginger, 2 liang of Linglingxiang, 2 liang of fragrant white angelica, and 2 liang of duckweed (air-dried).
Source
*Ji Feng*, Volume 13.
Processing
Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.
Instructions for Use
For each use, take 2 dou of water and half a liang of the herbal mixture. Simmer for 5–7 boils, strain out the residue, and pour into a basin. Inhale the steam over the feet until circulation is restored, then use the liquid to wash the hands. If the liquid cools, it may be reheated. After bathing, it is best to wear socks while lying down; a brief bath is particularly beneficial.If you wish to sit in the decoction, use 5 dou of water and 1 liang and a half of the powdered herbs; boil for more than 10 boils. Once the water is warm enough to touch, you may sit in it; if it cools, reheat it. It is even more effective to pour the water over the area around the Kidney Shu acupoints with your hands. After the bath, go to bed immediately and avoid drafts; repeat every 5–7 days. The efficacy need not be elaborated upon; if you wake to find a slight sweat on your lower back and knees, this is particularly remarkable. Be sure to eat a hearty meal before taking the bath.
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Cornus Decoction