Five-Spirit Decoction

Five-Spirit Decoction,Common cold.

Formulas Name : Five-Spirit Decoction

Chinese Name : 五神汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Schizonepeta, 2 qian of Perilla leaf, 1 qian of fine tea, 3 qian of ginger, and 3 qian of rock sugar.

Source

*Formulas from the Huizhitiang Hall*, Volume 1.

Benefits

Common cold.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally. Cover with a blanket to induce sweating.

Five-Spirit Decoction,*Formulas from the Huizhitiang Hall*, Volume 1.,Common cold.

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