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Lan Yin Zi

Formulas Name : Lan Yin Zi

Chinese Name : 蓝饮子

Drug Formulation

Indigo root, granulated sugar.

Source

From *The Great Compendium of Medical Formulas*, Volume 8, citing *Formulas from Clinical Experience*.

Instructions for Use

Mix the ingredients thoroughly, grind with water, and drink; adding peppermint juice makes it even more effective.

Lan Yin Zi，From *The Great Compendium of Medical Formulas*, Volume 8, citing *Formulas from Clinical Experience*.，

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 26, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 26, 2026

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