Cow and Mulberry Decoction

Cow and Mulberry Decoction,For plague with lingering fever, restlessness and thirst, weakness in the limbs, and inability to eat or drink.

Formulas Name : Cow and Mulberry Decoction

Chinese Name : 牛桑饮

Drug Formulation

Burdock root (fresh, pounded to extract juice): 5–6 he.

Source

*Songfeng’s Discourse on Epidemics*, Volume 5.

Benefits

For plague with lingering fever, restlessness and thirst, weakness in the limbs, and inability to eat or drink.

Instructions for Use

Take in two doses on an empty stomach. After taking the decoction, take one large handful of mulberry leaves (or branches if leaves are unavailable), roast them until golden brown, add 1 sheng of water, boil down to 5–6 he, and drink. Keep warm and cover the body to induce sweating.

Cow and Mulberry Decoction,*Songfeng’s Discourse on Epidemics*, Volume 5.,For plague with lingering fever, restlessness and thirst, weakness in the limbs, and inability to eat or drink.

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