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Reed Leaf Decoction

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Reed Leaf Decoction,For cholera with vomiting and diarrhea, accompanied by restlessness, thirst, and agitation.

Formulas Name : Reed Leaf Decoction

Chinese Name : 芦叶汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of reed leaves (chopped), half a liang of glutinous rice.

Source

Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 47); name cited in *Pujifang* (Vol. 202).

Benefits

For cholera with vomiting and diarrhea, accompanied by restlessness, thirst, and agitation.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 large bowl of water, add 1 fen of bamboo shavings, and decoct until reduced to 6 fen. Then add half a he of honey and half a he of ginger juice; bring to a boil 2–3 times, strain, let cool to lukewarm, and sip frequently.

Reed Leaf Decoction,Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 47); name cited in *Pujifang* (Vol. 202).,For cholera with vomiting and diarrhea, accompanied by restlessness, thirst, and agitation.

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