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Ephedra with Atractylodes Decoction

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Ephedra with Atractylodes Decoction,Wind-cold combined with dampness, lingering on the surface of the muscles and skin, causing restlessness and pain throughout the body.

Formulas Name : Ephedra with Atractylodes Decoction

Chinese Name : 麻黄加术汤

Drug Formulation

3 liang of Ephedra (knots removed), 2 liang of Cinnamomum twigs (peeled), 1 liang of licorice (roasted), 70 apricot kernels (peeled and tips removed), and 4 liang of Atractylodes.

Source

From *The Golden Cabinet*, Volume 1.

Benefits

Wind-cold combined with dampness, lingering on the surface of the muscles and skin, causing restlessness and pain throughout the body.

Instructions for Use

Add 9 sheng of water; first boil the Ephedra until the liquid is reduced by 2 sheng, skim off the foam, then add the remaining herbs. Boil until the liquid is reduced to 2.5 sheng, strain, and take 8 he while warm. Cover the patient to induce a light sweat.

Ephedra with Atractylodes Decoction,From *The Golden Cabinet*, Volume 1.,Wind-cold combined with dampness, lingering on the surface of the muscles and skin, causing restlessness and pain throughout the body.

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