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Mulberry Bark and Apricot Kernel Decoction

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Mulberry Bark and Apricot Kernel Decoction,Excessive internal heat, chronic cough, facial puffiness, and swelling of the limbs.

Formulas Name : Mulberry Bark and Apricot Kernel Decoction

Chinese Name : 桑皮杏仁饮

Drug Formulation

1 qian of mulberry bark, 3 qian of apricot kernel paste, 1 qian of acanthopanax bark, 1 qian of plantain seed, 1 qian of areca nut peel, 1 qian of aged tangerine peel, 1.5 qian of poria peel, and 1.5 qian of lycium bark.

Source

From *Explanation of Warm-Heat Syndromes*.

Benefits

Excessive internal heat, chronic cough, facial puffiness, and swelling of the limbs.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Mulberry Bark and Apricot Kernel Decoction,From *Explanation of Warm-Heat Syndromes*.,Excessive internal heat, chronic cough, facial puffiness, and swelling of the limbs.

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