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Liu Yi Ni Decoction,For patients on the 8th or 9th day of the epidemic who have not recovered despite sweating and purgation, and who experience thirst and a dry throat with a desire to drink water.

Formulas Name : Liu Yi Ni Decoction

Chinese Name : 六一泥饮

Drug Formulation

Liu Yi Ni (i.e., earthworms), in any amount.

Source

*Songfeng’s Discourse on Epidemics*, Volume 5.

Benefits

For patients on the 8th or 9th day of the epidemic who have not recovered despite sweating and purgation, and who experience thirst and a dry throat with a desire to drink water.

Instructions for Use

Mix with freshly drawn water and take orally.

Liu Yi Ni Decoction，*Songfeng’s Discourse on Epidemics*, Volume 5.，For patients on the 8th or 9th day of the epidemic who have not recovered despite sweating and purgation, and who experience thirst and a dry throat with a desire to drink water.

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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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