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Papaya Decoction,For milkstone eruption and cholera with muscle spasms and shortness of breath.

Formulas Name : Papaya Decoction

Chinese Name : 木瓜饮

Drug Formulation

1 papaya (peeled, seeded, sliced, and dried).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 184.

Processing

Coarsely chop the ingredients into pieces the size of sesame or bean seeds.

Benefits

For milkstone eruption and cholera with muscle spasms and shortness of breath.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; decoct in 1.5 zhan of water until reduced to 8 fen; strain and drink while warm; repeat the preparation once the decoction is finished. If papaya is unavailable, substitute with its branches, leaves, and roots.

Papaya Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 184.,For milkstone eruption and cholera with muscle spasms and shortness of breath.

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