Ephedra and Rhubarb Powder

Ephedra and Rhubarb Powder,During an epidemic, within three days, presenting with headache and high fever.

Formulas Name : Ephedra and Rhubarb Powder

Chinese Name : 麻黄大黄散

Drug Formulation

Ephedra (with roots and nodes removed) 1 liang; Rhubarb (coarsely chopped) half a liang; Cinnamon (with coarse bark removed) half a liang; Scutellaria (with black core removed) half a liang; Licorice (roasted, coarsely chopped) half a liang; Peony root half a liang; Dried ginger (roasted) half a liang.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 22.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

During an epidemic, within three days, presenting with headache and high fever.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose, mixed with warm wine. Cover with blankets to induce sweating.

Ephedra and Rhubarb Powder,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 22.,During an epidemic, within three days, presenting with headache and high fever.

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