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Qianghuo-Gui Zhi Decoction

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Qianghuo-Gui Zhi Decoction,Wind-epilepsy.

Formulas Name : Qianghuo-Gui Zhi Decoction

Chinese Name : 羌活桂枝汤

Drug Formulation

Qianghuo, Fangfeng, Ma Huang, Gui Zhi, Tianma, Da Huang, Gan Cao (raw).

Source

*The Golden Mirror*, Volume 51.

Benefits

Wind-epilepsy.

Instructions for Use

Add fresh ginger as a guide; decoct in water and take orally.

Qianghuo-Gui Zhi Decoction,*The Golden Mirror*, Volume 51.,Wind-epilepsy.

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