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Indigo Powder and Fermented Black Soybean Decoction

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Indigo Powder and Fermented Black Soybean Decoction,Fever during pregnancy that scorches the fetus, causing restlessness and agitation; the appearance of dark spots; blood in the urine; and fetal restlessness.

Formulas Name : Indigo Powder and Fermented Black Soybean Decoction

Chinese Name : 青黛豆豉汤

Drug Formulation

5 fen of Indigo Powder, 7 fen of Gardenia Seeds (roasted), 7 fen of Scutellaria Root, 7 fen of Cimicifuga Rhizome, 1 qian of Raw Rehmannia Root, 24 pieces of Fermented Soybeans, 8 fen of Gypsum, 5 pieces of Apricot Kernels (peeled, de-tipped, and pounded), 3 stalks of Scallion Whites (one version omits Gypsum, Fermented Soybeans, and Rehmannia Root).

Source

*Bamboo Grove Gynecology*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Fever during pregnancy that scorches the fetus, causing restlessness and agitation; the appearance of dark spots; blood in the urine; and fetal restlessness.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Indigo Powder and Fermented Black Soybean Decoction,*Bamboo Grove Gynecology*, Volume 2.,Fever during pregnancy that scorches the fetus, causing restlessness and agitation; the appearance of dark spots; blood in the urine; and fetal restlessness.

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