Method for Washing and Soaking the Legs in Cases of Beriberi

Method for Washing and Soaking the Legs in Cases of Beriberi,Foot swelling results from internal dampness that cannot be expelled outward.

Formulas Name : Method for Washing and Soaking the Legs in Cases of Beriberi

Chinese Name : 脚气渫洗法

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Weilingxian, 1 liang of Fangfeng (stem removed), 1 liang of Jingjie spikes, 1 liang of Danggui (root removed), 1 liang of Diguipi, 1 liang of Shuimai leaves, 1 liang of Shengma (rotten parts removed), 1 liang of Baishao (peel removed).

Source

*Medical Inventions*, Volume 8.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Foot swelling results from internal dampness that cannot be expelled outward.

Instructions for Use

Boil 2 dou of water until reduced to 1 dou 5 sheng, then strain out the residue. Use the hot liquid to wash the affected area; there is no specific time restriction.

Method for Washing and Soaking the Legs in Cases of Beriberi,*Medical Inventions*, Volume 8.,Foot swelling results from internal dampness that cannot be expelled outward.

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