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Modified Mahen Pills,Dryness and constipation in the stomach and intestines, difficulty passing stools, and distension in the chest and abdomen.

Formulas Name : Modified Mahen Pills

Chinese Name : 加味麻仁丸

Drug Formulation

Fire Hemp Seeds 8 liang, Zhi Shi 4 liang, White Peony Root 3 liang, Angelica Root 8 liang, Processed Garlic 1 jin, Sichuan Magnolia Bark 4 liang, Prunus mume Seeds 4 liang, Apricot Kernels 4 liang.

Source

*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Lanzhou Formula).

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder and mix with refined honey to form small pills.

Benefits

Dryness and constipation in the stomach and intestines, difficulty passing stools, and distension in the chest and abdomen.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose, washed down with hot water.

Note

Contraindicated for postpartum women, pregnant women, and the elderly.

Modified Mahen Pills，*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Lanzhou Formula).，Dryness and constipation in the stomach and intestines, difficulty passing stools, and distension in the chest and abdomen.

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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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