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Formula from the West,Abdominal masses causing distension and pain, with difficulty in urination and defecation.

Formulas Name : Formula from the West

Chinese Name : 西来方

Drug Formulation

2 qian of borax, 3 qian of bitter shepherd’s purse seeds, 3 qian of sea sand, 1.5 qian of frankincense, 1.5 qian of myrrh, 1.5 qian of soapwort, 2 qian of areca nut, 2 qian of aged tangerine peel, 2 qian of Sanleng, 2.5 qian of Curcuma zedoaria, and 1 qian of wood fragrant.

Source

*The Mystic Pearl of Chishui*, Volume 5.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

Abdominal masses causing distension and pain, with difficulty in urination and defecation.

Instructions for Use

Take 5 fen per dose, mixed with boiling water.

Formula from the West,*The Mystic Pearl of Chishui*, Volume 5.,Abdominal masses causing distension and pain, with difficulty in urination and defecation.

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