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Rat Porridge,For edema, abdominal distension, and generalized swelling.

Formulas Name : Rat Porridge

Chinese Name : 鼠粥

Drug Formulation

1 fat rat (skinned and finely chopped).

Source

From *Yi Tong*, Volume 87.

Benefits

For edema, abdominal distension, and generalized swelling.

Instructions for Use

Boil with 4 he of japonica rice to make porridge; consume on an empty stomach. Cures in 1–2 doses.

Rat Porridge,From *Yi Tong*, Volume 87.,For edema, abdominal distension, and generalized swelling.

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