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Ginger and Aconite Four Gentlemen Decoction

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Ginger and Aconite Four Gentlemen Decoction,Cold-induced cholera; incomplete labor, with fever, flushed face, and a deep, fine pulse.

Formulas Name : Ginger and Aconite Four Gentlemen Decoction

Chinese Name : 姜附四君子汤

Drug Formulation

Dried ginger, aconite root, ginseng, white atractylodes, poria, and fried licorice.

Source

*Symptoms, Causes, Pulse, and Treatment*, Volume 4.

Benefits

Cold-induced cholera; incomplete labor, with fever, flushed face, and a deep, fine pulse.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Ginger and Aconite Four Gentlemen Decoction,*Symptoms, Causes, Pulse, and Treatment*, Volume 4.,Cold-induced cholera; incomplete labor, with fever, flushed face, and a deep, fine pulse.

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