Diaphragm-Relieving Powder

Diaphragm-Relieving Powder,For various throat ailments, including swelling, pain, and ulcers.

Formulas Name : Diaphragm-Relieving Powder

Chinese Name : 利膈散

Drug Formulation

Black Pharbitis (roasted) 4 liang, Licorice (roasted) 4 liang, Fangfeng 1 liang, Arctium seeds (roasted) 8 liang.

Source

From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 9.

Processing

Roast each of the above herbs over low heat until thoroughly cooked, then grind them into a fine powder together with Fangfeng.

Benefits

For various throat ailments, including swelling, pain, and ulcers.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose; dissolve the powder in 1 large bowl of boiling water, strain, and drink. May be taken at any time.

Diaphragm-Relieving Powder,From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 9.,For various throat ailments, including swelling, pain, and ulcers.

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