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Ice Vase Powder,For thirst and restlessness.

Formulas Name : Ice Vase Powder

Chinese Name : 冰壶散

Drug Formulation

Half liang of Burnt Ashwood (charred), half liang of Xuanjing Stone (ground raw), half liang of Jinxing Stone, half liang of Yinxing Stone, half liang of Ma Ya Xiao (raw), 1 liang of Licorice (roasted, chopped), and 1 fen of Nitrate of Potassium.

Source

From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 34.

Processing

Grind each of the above ingredients into a powder. First, spread the licorice in a wok; then add the other herbs. Stir-fry for a long time, then transfer the mixture to the ground and let the wok cool completely before re-grinding thoroughly.

Benefits

For thirst and restlessness.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 qian bi per dose, mixed with freshly drawn water or ginger juice.

Ice Vase Powder，From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 34.，For thirst and restlessness.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 19, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 19, 2026

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