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Qiang-Gui Decoction

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Qiang-Gui Decoction,Stroke accompanied by sweating, and all cases of wind obstruction.

Formulas Name : Qiang-Gui Decoction

Chinese Name : 羌桂汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Sichuan Qianghuo (chopped), 1 liang of Guizhi (chopped), 5 liang of Shaoyao (chopped), 2.5 liang of Licorice (roasted).

Source

*Puji Fang*, Volume 89.

Processing

The above constitutes a coarse powder.

Benefits

Stroke accompanied by sweating, and all cases of wind obstruction.

Instructions for Use

Take 4 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water, 5 slices of fresh ginger, and 2 jujubes; decoct until reduced to 7 fen; strain and take while warm, three times daily, at any time.

Qiang-Gui Decoction,*Puji Fang*, Volume 89.,Stroke accompanied by sweating, and all cases of wind obstruction.

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