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Gypsum and Trichosanthes Decoction

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Gypsum and Trichosanthes Decoction,For restlessness and severe dry thirst following a miscarriage or postpartum period due to cold damage.

Formulas Name : Gypsum and Trichosanthes Decoction

Chinese Name : 石膏栝楼汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Coptis, 1 liang of Scutellaria, 1 liang of Licorice, 1 liang of Trichosanthes root, 1.5 liang of Gypsum.

Source

From *Treatise on General Diseases of Cold Damage*, Volume 6.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For restlessness and severe dry thirst following a miscarriage or postpartum period due to cold damage.

Instructions for Use

Take 4 qian per dose; decoct in 1.5 zhan of water until reduced to 8 fen; take 1 zhan warm each time.

Gypsum and Trichosanthes Decoction,From *Treatise on General Diseases of Cold Damage*, Volume 6.,For restlessness and severe dry thirst following a miscarriage or postpartum period due to cold damage.

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