Iron Powder Decoction,Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 53); name cited in *Pujifang* (Vol. 176).,For unrelenting thirst and mental agitation.
Iron Powder Decoction
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Formulas Name : Iron Powder Decoction
Chinese Name : 铁粉散
Drug Formulation
1 liang of iron powder (finely ground), 2 liang of Ophiopogon tuber (core removed, roasted), 1 liang of oyster shell (calcined to powder), 1 liang of Anemarrhena rhizome, 2 liang of Coptis rhizome (stems removed), 1 liang of Sophora root (chopped), 2 liang of Trichosanthes root, 100 pieces of gold foil (finely ground), and 50 pieces of silver foil (finely ground).
Source
Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 53); name cited in *Pujifang* (Vol. 176).
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder, then mix thoroughly with iron powder and the other ingredients.
Benefits
For unrelenting thirst and mental agitation.
Instructions for Use
Take 1 qian per dose, mixed with clear congee broth, at any time of day.
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Iron Powder Decoction,For unrelenting thirst and mental agitation.