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Decoction for Calming the Mind and Suppressing Epilepsy,For all types of epilepsy.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Calming the Mind and Suppressing Epilepsy

Chinese Name : 镇心定痫汤

Drug Formulation

Acorus, Polygala, Coptis, Bile Star, Pinellia, Curcuma, Uncaria, Stiff Silkworm, Dragon’s Tooth.

Source

From *New Interpretations on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Miscellaneous Diseases*.

Benefits

For all types of epilepsy.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take with Ci Zhu Pills.

Decoction for Calming the Mind and Suppressing Epilepsy，From *New Interpretations on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Miscellaneous Diseases*.，For all types of epilepsy.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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