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Modified Chaihu Decoction,Headache due to wind-cold exterior syndrome, with aversion to cold and fever.

Formulas Name : Modified Chaihu Decoction

Chinese Name : 加味柴胡饮

Drug Formulation

Chai Hu 2 qian, Qiang Huo 2 qian, Ge Gen 2 qian, Bo He 1 qian, Fu Ping 2 qian, Zi Su 2 qian, Gan Cao 1 qian, Dang Gui Shen 5 qian (roasted), 3 slices of fresh ginger.

Source

*Eight Methods of Medical Practice*, Volume 3.

Benefits

Headache due to wind-cold exterior syndrome, with aversion to cold and fever.

Modified Chaihu Decoction，*Eight Methods of Medical Practice*, Volume 3.，Headache due to wind-cold exterior syndrome, with aversion to cold and fever.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 25, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 25, 2026

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