Li Shu Decoction,*Compendium of Medical Essentials*, Volume 10.,A bone abscess, located on both thighs at the hip joints.
Li Shu Decoction
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Formulas Name : Li Shu Decoction
Chinese Name : 利枢汤
Drug Formulation
2 qian of Qianghuo, 2 qian of Duhuo, 2 qian of Cangzhu, 1 qian of Fangfeng, 1 qian of Fangji, 1 qian of Mugua, 1 qian of Niuxi, 1 qian of Rou gui, 8 fen of licorice nodes, 1 qian of raw Huangqi, 1 qian of tiger shin bone (fried with butter), 1 liang of pine knots.
Source
*Compendium of Medical Essentials*, Volume 10.
Benefits
A bone abscess, located on both thighs at the hip joints.
Instructions for Use
Decoct in water until cooked, then add wine and drink.
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Li Shu Decoction,A bone abscess, located on both thighs at the hip joints.