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Decoction of Pomegranate Peel

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Decoction of Pomegranate Peel,For children with persistent dysentery characterized by alternating chills and fever.

Formulas Name : Decoction of Pomegranate Peel

Chinese Name : 石榴皮煎

Drug Formulation

3 fen of sour pomegranate peel (roasted until charred, then chopped), 3 fen of Coptis (stems removed, chopped, and lightly roasted), and 3 fen of red cinnabar.

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 93.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder. Decoct in 2 sheng of water until reduced to 5 he; strain out the residue, add 1 liang of beeswax, and boil for another 3–5 boils.

Benefits

For children with persistent dysentery characterized by alternating chills and fever.

Instructions for Use

Take half a he per dose, warm, at any time.

Decoction of Pomegranate Peel,From *Shenghui*, Volume 93.,For children with persistent dysentery characterized by alternating chills and fever.

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