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Oyster Shell and Fried Ginger Powder,Cold-induced constipation, with obstruction of both urination and defecation, accompanied by distension.

Formulas Name : Oyster Shell and Fried Ginger Powder

Chinese Name : 牡蛎炮姜散

Drug Formulation

1 liang of oyster shell (calcined and ground), 1 liang of roasted ginger powder.

Source

*Records of Insights into Miscellaneous Disorders*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Cold-induced constipation, with obstruction of both urination and defecation, accompanied by distension.

Instructions for Use

For male patients, mix with a woman’s saliva, rub between the palms until warm, and firmly apply two pills to the upper abdomen; for female patients, mix with a man’s saliva, rub between the palms until warm, and firmly apply to both breasts. Recovery occurs upon sweating. Alternatively, take Banliu Pills orally.

Oyster Shell and Fried Ginger Powder,*Records of Insights into Miscellaneous Disorders*, Volume 2.,Cold-induced constipation, with obstruction of both urination and defecation, accompanied by distension.

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