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Liver-Regulating Powder,Deficiency of liver qi manifests as blurred vision, a sallow complexion, eye discharge and tearing, and an inability to see clearly.

Formulas Name : Liver-Regulating Powder

Chinese Name : 调肝散

Drug Formulation

Asarum 2 liang, Cypress Seed 2 liang, Amomum Seed 1 liang, Licorice (roasted) 1 liang, Goat Liver 1 whole (fat membrane removed, roasted until dry).

Source

From *Shenshi’s Formulas*, cited in Volume 21 of *Wai Tai*.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

Deficiency of liver qi manifests as blurred vision, a sallow complexion, eye discharge and tearing, and an inability to see clearly.

Instructions for Use

Take one fangcun bi per dose, washed down with wine.

Note

Avoid seaweed, Chinese cabbage, lettuce, pork, cold water, peaches and plums, and sparrow meat.

Liver-Regulating Powder，From *Shenshi’s Formulas*, cited in Volume 21 of *Wai Tai*.，Deficiency of liver qi manifests as blurred vision, a sallow complexion, eye discharge and tearing, and an inability to see clearly.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026

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