Ginseng and Pinellia Decoction

Ginseng and Pinellia Decoction,For epilepsy due to deficiency that has persisted for a long time without resolution.

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Pinellia Decoction

Chinese Name : 参星汤

Drug Formulation

5 qian of ginseng, 1 liang of Southern Pinellia (roasted).

Source

From *The Mystic Pearl of the Red Water*, Volume 26.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For epilepsy due to deficiency that has persisted for a long time without resolution.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 qian per dose, washed down with a decoction of fresh ginger and jujubes. Twice daily.

Ginseng and Pinellia Decoction,From *The Mystic Pearl of the Red Water*, Volume 26.,For epilepsy due to deficiency that has persisted for a long time without resolution.

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