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Gypsum Decoction (Variation)

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Gypsum Decoction (Variation),For excessive mental exertion, a tendency to laugh, and heat and restlessness in the limbs.

Formulas Name : Gypsum Decoction (Variation)

Chinese Name : 石膏饮子

Drug Formulation

Gypsum 4 liang (crushed), Poria Sclerotium 1 liang, Rhinoceros Horn Shavings 1 liang, Sichuan Mangxiao 1 liang, Gardenia Seeds 1.5 liang, Raw Rehmannia Root (sliced) 3 dahe, Licorice 0.5 liang (lightly roasted until reddish, coarsely chopped), Red Adzuki Beans 1 he.

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 26.

Processing

Finely chop the ingredients and mix thoroughly.

Benefits

For excessive mental exertion, a tendency to laugh, and heat and restlessness in the limbs.

Instructions for Use

Take half a liang per dose; decoct in one large zhan of water until reduced to five fen; strain out the residue; add half a he of bamboo sap; bring to a boil once more; take warm, regardless of the time of day.

Gypsum Decoction (Variation),From *Shenghui*, Volume 26.,For excessive mental exertion, a tendency to laugh, and heat and restlessness in the limbs.

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