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Pungent-Dispersing and Vitalizing Decoction,For women who have caught a cold due to wind-cold after childbirth, presenting with chills, fever, and headache.

Formulas Name : Pungent-Dispersing and Vitalizing Decoction

Chinese Name : 辛散生化汤

Drug Formulation

Chuanxiong 1 qian 5 fen, Danggui 3 qian, roasted licorice 4 fen, dried ginger (roasted until black) 4 fen, Qianghuo 4 fen, Fangfeng 4 fen, peach kernels 10 pieces (with skin and tips removed).

Source

From *Essentials of Obstetrics and Gynecology*, Volume 2.

Benefits

For women who have caught a cold due to wind-cold after childbirth, presenting with chills, fever, and headache.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Pungent-Dispersing and Vitalizing Decoction，From *Essentials of Obstetrics and Gynecology*, Volume 2.，For women who have caught a cold due to wind-cold after childbirth, presenting with chills, fever, and headache.

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