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Plum and Apricot Decoction

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Plum and Apricot Decoction

Formulas Name : Plum and Apricot Decoction

Chinese Name : 李梅汤

Drug Formulation

1 handful of peach roots, 1 handful of plum roots, 1 handful of jujube roots, 1 liang of Asarum, 1 liang of Cnidium seeds.

Source

Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 82); name cited in *Pujifang* (Vol. 360).

Processing

Coarsely chop the ingredients.

Instructions for Use

Boil 2 dou of water until reduced to 1 dou; strain and let cool to a comfortable temperature; this is excellent for bathing the child.

Plum and Apricot Decoction,Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 82); name cited in *Pujifang* (Vol. 360).,

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