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Formula for Processed Shrimp

Formulas Name : Formula for Processed Shrimp

Chinese Name : 制虾方

Drug Formulation

20 pairs of late-season silkworm moths, 5 qian of female cloves, 1 liang of Epimedium, and 1 set of dog navel (if unavailable, substitute with yellow dog kidney).

Source

*He’s Treatise on Saving Lives*, Volume 7.

Processing

Combine 4 liang of lightly salted dried shrimp with 3 jin of rice wine; simmer with the herbs for the duration of one incense stick. Remove and store in a porcelain container, ensuring no steam escapes.

Instructions for Use

When taking, consume 2 pieces with the liquor and wash down with tea.

Formula for Processed Shrimp,*He’s Treatise on Saving Lives*, Volume 7.,

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