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Papaya Wine,Rheumatic arthralgia, stiffness of tendons and meridians, numbness in the limbs, and aching pain in the lower back and knees. Currently used for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.

Formulas Name : Papaya Wine

Chinese Name : 木瓜酒

Drug Formulation

Safflower, Millennial-Health Herb, Sichuan Lovage, Mulberry Parasite, Qin Jiao, Achyranthes Root, Notopterygium, Angelica Pubescens, Dried Tangerine Peel, Acanthopanax Bark, Chinese Angelica Root, Papaya, Solomon’s Seal, and Raw Gardenia—each in appropriate amounts.

Source

*Shanghai Pharmaceutical Standards*.

Processing

Soak in white liquor to make a medicinal wine.

Benefits

Rheumatic arthralgia, stiffness of tendons and meridians, numbness in the limbs, and aching pain in the lower back and knees. Currently used for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.

Instructions for Use

Take 15–30 ml per dose, twice daily.

Papaya Wine,*Shanghai Pharmaceutical Standards*.,Rheumatic arthralgia, stiffness of tendons and meridians, numbness in the limbs, and aching pain in the lower back and knees. Currently used for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.

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