Pinellia Detoxifying Decoction

Pinellia Detoxifying Decoction,For all types of summer-heat toxins, restlessness in the five centers, and dryness of the mouth, tongue, and throat.

Formulas Name : Pinellia Detoxifying Decoction

Chinese Name : 半夏解毒汤

Drug Formulation

Phellodendron (roasted), Scutellaria (roasted), Gardenia (roasted), and Pinellia—each in equal parts.

Source

*Annotated Collection of Effective Formulas for Women*, Volume 7.

Benefits

For all types of summer-heat toxins, restlessness in the five centers, and dryness of the mouth, tongue, and throat.

Instructions for Use

Take 5 qian per dose; decoct in water and drink.

Pinellia Detoxifying Decoction,*Annotated Collection of Effective Formulas for Women*, Volume 7.,For all types of summer-heat toxins, restlessness in the five centers, and dryness of the mouth, tongue, and throat.

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