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Rhubarb and Pharbitis Powder

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Rhubarb and Pharbitis Powder,The energy of the “mutual fire” (xiang huo) roams through the viscera, causing severe constipation.

Formulas Name : Rhubarb and Pharbitis Powder

Chinese Name : 大黄牵牛散

Drug Formulation

1 liang of rhubarb, 5 qian of pharbitis (ground into a fine powder).

Source

From *The Collection for Preserving Life*, Volume Middle.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

The energy of the “mutual fire” (xiang huo) roams through the viscera, causing severe constipation.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose after meals. If experiencing cold extremities, take 3 qian mixed with wine; if there is no coldness but the hands and feet feel hot and restless, take it mixed with honeyed water. A mild laxative effect is the desired outcome.

Rhubarb and Pharbitis Powder,From *The Collection for Preserving Life*, Volume Middle.,The energy of the “mutual fire” (xiang huo) roams through the viscera, causing severe constipation.

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