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Ephedra Root Powder

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Ephedra Root Powder,For children with persistent night sweats, a frequently dry throat, and restlessness and internal heat.

Formulas Name : Ephedra Root Powder

Chinese Name : 麻黄根散

Drug Formulation

Half liang of ephedra root, half liang of decayed calamus ash, half liang of ophiopogon tuber (core removed, roasted), half liang of astragalus root (chopped), half liang of dragon bone, and half liang of licorice root (lightly roasted until reddish, chopped).

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 83.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For children with persistent night sweats, a frequently dry throat, and restlessness and internal heat.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 qian per dose; decoct in 1 small cup of water until reduced to 5 fen; strain and take while warm, at any time of day.

Ephedra Root Powder,From *Shenghui*, Volume 83.,For children with persistent night sweats, a frequently dry throat, and restlessness and internal heat.

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