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Goupi Decoction,For swelling and distension in children.

Formulas Name : Goupi Decoction

Chinese Name : 构皮汤

Drug Formulation

5 he of white bark from the *Gou* tree (sliced), 4 he of red adzuki beans, 1.5 liang of red Poria (with black skin removed).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 174.

Processing

Coarsely crush the ingredients until they are about the size of sesame or mung beans.

Benefits

For swelling and distension in children.

Instructions for Use

For children aged 5–6, take 1 qian bi per dose; add 7 fen of water, decoct until reduced to 4 fen, strain, and take while warm, twice daily.

Goupi Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 174.,For swelling and distension in children.

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