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Qianghuo Daozhi Decoction

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Qianghuo Daozhi Decoction,For bi syndrome and cold-induced paralysis.

Formulas Name : Qianghuo Daozhi Decoction

Chinese Name : 羌活导滞汤

Drug Formulation

Qianghuo half liang, Duhuo half liang, Da Huang (steamed with wine) 1 liang, Fangji 3 qian, Danggui 3 qian, Zhishi (fried with wheat bran) 2 qian.

Source

*Medical Inventions*, Volume 8.

Processing

Coarsely crush the ingredients until they are about the size of sesame or mung beans.

Benefits

For bi syndrome and cold-induced paralysis.

Instructions for Use

Take 5–7 qian per dose; add 2 zhan of water, decoct until reduced to 1 zhan, strain, and drink while warm. Stop once a mild laxative effect is achieved.

Qianghuo Daozhi Decoction,*Medical Inventions*, Volume 8.,For bi syndrome and cold-induced paralysis.

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