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Kudzu Root Decoction for Relieving Exterior Symptoms

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Kudzu Root Decoction for Relieving Exterior Symptoms,Alcohol has damaged the qi and blood, resulting in emaciation, a sallow or dark complexion, excessive sleepiness and fatigue, and distension and fullness in the chest and diaphragm.

Formulas Name : Kudzu Root Decoction for Relieving Exterior Symptoms

Chinese Name : 葛根解表汤

Drug Formulation

Dried Kudzu Root, Fangfeng, Chaihu, Banxia, Ginseng, Huangqin, Qianhu, Qin Jiao, Poria, and Licorice.

Source

From *The Classic of Dian Dian*, Volume 3.

Benefits

Alcohol has damaged the qi and blood, resulting in emaciation, a sallow or dark complexion, excessive sleepiness and fatigue, and distension and fullness in the chest and diaphragm.

Instructions for Use

Add fresh ginger and jujubes to facilitate absorption; decoct in water and take orally.

Note

Avoid animal fats and oils for one day.

Kudzu Root Decoction for Relieving Exterior Symptoms,From *The Classic of Dian Dian*, Volume 3.,Alcohol has damaged the qi and blood, resulting in emaciation, a sallow or dark complexion, excessive sleepiness and fatigue, and distension and fullness in the chest and diaphragm.

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