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Muxiang-Gansui Powder,For isolated abdominal distension.

Formulas Name : Muxiang-Gansui Powder

Chinese Name : 木香甘遂散

Drug Formulation

Mu Xiang, Gan Sui, and Bai Qian Niu in equal parts.

Source

*Introduction to Medicine*, Volume 4.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For isolated abdominal distension.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose, mixed with rice soup.

Muxiang-Gansui Powder，*Introduction to Medicine*, Volume 4.，For isolated abdominal distension.

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