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Er Sheng Pills,For children with alternating constipation and diarrhea that has persisted for a long time without resolution, leading to emaciation and malnutrition.

Formulas Name : Er Sheng Pills

Chinese Name : 二圣丸

Drug Formulation

Chuanhuanglian (with stalks removed) 1 liang, Huangbai (with coarse bark removed) 1 liang.

Source

*Direct Decisions on Pediatric Medicines and Syndromes*, Volume 2.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder, place the mixture into a pig’s gallbladder, boil in water until cooked, and form into pills the size of mung beans.

Benefits

For children with alternating constipation and diarrhea that has persisted for a long time without resolution, leading to emaciation and malnutrition.

Instructions for Use

Take 20–30 pills per dose, washed down with rice water. Adjust the dosage according to the child’s age; take frequently as needed.

Er Sheng Pills，*Direct Decisions on Pediatric Medicines and Syndromes*, Volume 2.，For children with alternating constipation and diarrhea that has persisted for a long time without resolution, leading to emaciation and malnutrition.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026

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