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Ginseng and Aconite Life-Saving Decoction

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Ginseng and Aconite Life-Saving Decoction,In cases of sudden stroke with all five signs of collapse present:

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Aconite Life-Saving Decoction

Chinese Name : 参附救生汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Aconite, 3 qian of Ginseng, and 2 qian of stir-fried aged rice.

Source

From *Records of Insights into Miscellaneous Disorders*, Volume 1.

Benefits

In cases of sudden stroke with all five signs of collapse present:

Instructions for Use

Add 1 slice of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and administer orally.

Ginseng and Aconite Life-Saving Decoction,From *Records of Insights into Miscellaneous Disorders*, Volume 1.,In cases of sudden stroke with all five signs of collapse present:

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