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Ginger Porridge,For bloody and watery dysentery.

Formulas Name : Ginger Porridge

Chinese Name : 生姜粥

Drug Formulation

Half liang of ginger (wrapped in damp paper and steamed until tender, then finely chopped), wheat flour (enough to mix with the ginger).

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 96.

Benefits

For bloody and watery dysentery.

Instructions for Use

Mix the ginger into the flour as in the Brahmin porridge method, then cook in boiling water until done. Consume warm on an empty stomach.

Ginger Porridge,From *Shenghui*, Volume 96.,For bloody and watery dysentery.

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