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Ginger and Licorice Decoction

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Ginger and Licorice Decoction,When Yin overpowers Yang, resulting in cold and vomiting of blood.

Formulas Name : Ginger and Licorice Decoction

Chinese Name : 姜草汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of licorice (roasted), 1 qian of dried ginger.

Source

From *Annotated Collection of Effective Formulas for Women*, Volume 7.

Benefits

When Yin overpowers Yang, resulting in cold and vomiting of blood.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Ginger and Licorice Decoction,From *Annotated Collection of Effective Formulas for Women*, Volume 7.,When Yin overpowers Yang, resulting in cold and vomiting of blood.

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