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Ophiopogon and Ginseng Decoction,Postpartum weakness with thirst and a strong desire to drink.

Formulas Name : Ophiopogon and Ginseng Decoction

Chinese Name : 麦门冬人参汤

Drug Formulation

Ophiopogon tuber (core removed, roasted) 1 liang, Ginseng 1 liang, Licorice (roasted) 1 liang, Trichosanthes root 1 liang, Raw Rehmannia root (roasted) 1 liang, Luffa root 1 liang.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 163.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

Postpartum weakness with thirst and a strong desire to drink.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose, add 1.5 bowls of water, decoct until reduced to 1.5 bowls, strain, and take warm after meals.

Ophiopogon and Ginseng Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 163.,Postpartum weakness with thirst and a strong desire to drink.

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