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Fermented Black Bean and Urine Decoction,For the early stages of cold-induced fever or warm diseases, presenting with headache and restlessness due to fever.

Formulas Name : Fermented Black Bean and Urine Decoction

Chinese Name : 豉尿汤

Drug Formulation

1 sheng of high-quality fermented black beans (wrapped in cotton), 1 sheng of chopped scallion whites, and 3 sheng of urine from a young boy.

Source

Formula from *Qian Jin* (Vol. 9); name cited in *Wai Tai* (Vol. 3), quoting *Ji Ju*.

Benefits

For the early stages of cold-induced fever or warm diseases, presenting with headache and restlessness due to fever.

Instructions for Use

First, simmer the fermented soybeans and scallions until well blended, then add the urine and boil down to 2 sheng. Divide into two doses and take them slowly. Cover the patient to induce sweating.

Fermented Black Bean and Urine Decoction，Formula from *Qian Jin* (Vol. 9); name cited in *Wai Tai* (Vol. 3), quoting *Ji Ju*.，For the early stages of cold-induced fever or warm diseases, presenting with headache and restlessness due to fever.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 20, 2026
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