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Ginseng and Astragalus Paste

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Ginseng and Astragalus Paste

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Astragalus Paste

Chinese Name : 参耆膏

Drug Formulation

5 jin of Western Codonopsis, 5 jin of honey-fried Astragalus.

Source

*Collection of Traditional Chinese Medicinal Formulas from Across the Country* (Nanjing Formula).

Processing

Decoct a total of three times; remove the residue and collect the liquid; filter, clarify, and concentrate; add 10 jin of rock sugar to form a paste.

Instructions for Use

Take 3–5 qian each time. Dissolve in hot water and take in the morning and evening, twice daily.

Ginseng and Astragalus Paste,*Collection of Traditional Chinese Medicinal Formulas from Across the Country* (Nanjing Formula).,

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