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Eight Immortals’ Carefree Decoction

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Eight Immortals’ Carefree Decoction,For injuries from falls or blows, characterized by swelling, hardness, and pain; as well as all types of cold-induced tremors, rheumatism, and aching pain in the tendons, bones, flesh, and limbs.

Formulas Name : Eight Immortals’ Carefree Decoction

Chinese Name : 八仙逍遥汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of Fangfeng, 1 qian of Jingjie, 1 qian of Chuanxiong, 1 qian of Licorice, 1 qian of Danggui (washed in wine), 2 qian of Huangbai, 3 qian of Maoshan Cangzhu, 3 qian of Mudanpi, 3 qian of Sichuan Pepper, 5 qian of Kushen.

Source

From *The Golden Mirror*, Volume 88.

Benefits

For injuries from falls or blows, characterized by swelling, hardness, and pain; as well as all types of cold-induced tremors, rheumatism, and aching pain in the tendons, bones, flesh, and limbs.

Instructions for Use

Combine all ingredients in one place, place them in a white cloth bag, and tie the opening shut. Boil in water until it comes to a rolling boil, then use the steam to fumigate and wash the affected area.

Eight Immortals’ Carefree Decoction,From *The Golden Mirror*, Volume 88.,For injuries from falls or blows, characterized by swelling, hardness, and pain; as well as all types of cold-induced tremors, rheumatism, and aching pain in the tendons, bones, flesh, and limbs.

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