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Great Wind-Expelling Powder,For all cases of headache caused by deficiency-cold.

Formulas Name : Great Wind-Expelling Powder

Chinese Name : 大追风散

Drug Formulation

1 liang Sichuan Aconite (roasted), 1 liang Fangfeng, 1 liang Qianghuo, 1 liang Chuanxiong, 5 qian whole scorpion (detoxified, soaked in vinegar, stir-fried until golden), 5 qian earthworm (cleaned of soil, stir-fried until crisp),Southern Pinellia (roasted) 5 qian, Gastrodia (baked) 5 qian, Schizonepeta 8 qian, Licorice (roasted) 8 qian, Silkworm (roasted until golden) 8 qian, Gypsum (calcined) 8 qian.

Source

*Zhang’s Comprehensive Treatise on Medicine*, Volume 14.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For all cases of headache caused by deficiency-cold.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose, dissolved in clear tea before bedtime.

Great Wind-Expelling Powder，*Zhang’s Comprehensive Treatise on Medicine*, Volume 14.，For all cases of headache caused by deficiency-cold.

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