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Perilla Decoction,Water retention.

Formulas Name : Perilla Decoction

Chinese Name : 紫苏煮散

Drug Formulation

Perilla leaves, Fangfeng (stems removed), white mulberry root bark (sliced), and Atractylodes macrocephala (coarsely chopped)—each in equal parts.

Source

From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 80.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

Water retention.

Instructions for Use

Decoct as you would tea for 2–3 boils; drink as soon as you feel thirsty.

Perilla Decoction,From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 80.,Water retention.

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