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Qianghuo Rheumatic Decoction

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Qianghuo Rheumatic Decoction,Wind-toxin combined with water retention, causing swelling from head to toe.

Formulas Name : Qianghuo Rheumatic Decoction

Chinese Name : 羌活风湿汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian 5 fen of Qianghuo, 1 qian 5 fen of Fangfeng, 2 qian of Gaoben, 2 qian of Qin Jiao, 1 qian of Cicada Shed Skin, 3 qian of Stiff Silkworm, 3 qian of Xanthium Seeds, 2 qian of Dried Soybean Rolls, 3 qian of Roasted Plantain Seed, 3 qian of Alisma, 3 qian of Red Poria, and 4 qian of Late Silkworm Sand (wrapped).

Source

*Direct Pointers to Hao Jing*.

Benefits

Wind-toxin combined with water retention, causing swelling from head to toe.

Qianghuo Rheumatic Decoction,*Direct Pointers to Hao Jing*.,Wind-toxin combined with water retention, causing swelling from head to toe.

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