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Longevity Pill,For severe and critical cases of acute and chronic convulsions in children.

Formulas Name : Longevity Pill

Chinese Name : 寿生丹

Drug Formulation

Ginseng 5 qian, Gastrodia (baked) 5 qian, Fangfeng 5 qian, Silkworm Larva (roasted) 3 qian, Cicada Shed Skin 3 qian, Whole Scorpion (roasted) 3 qian, Realgar 5 fen, Bile Star 5 fen,1 qian of ox bile, 1 qian of licorice (roasted), 1 qian of rhinoceros beetle (with legs and head removed), 1.5 qian of white flower snake meat (cooked in wine until tender), 1.25 qian of cinnabar, 1.25 qian of musk, and 1.5 qian of red ochre (calcined with vinegar seven times).

Source

*The Book of Sincerity*, Volume 8.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder, form into pills with honey, and coat with gold leaf.

Benefits

For severe and critical cases of acute and chronic convulsions in children.

Instructions for Use

Administer with Peppermint Decoction.

Longevity Pill,*The Book of Sincerity*, Volume 8.,For severe and critical cases of acute and chronic convulsions in children.

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