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Salt and Vinegar Decoction,For vomiting, diarrhea, and muscle cramps accompanied by dizziness and cold limbs, where the condition is life-threatening within moments.

Formulas Name : Salt and Vinegar Decoction

Chinese Name : 盐醋煎

Drug Formulation

One pinch of salt, one Meng of vinegar.

Source

From *Songya Zunsheng*, Volume 9.

Benefits

For vomiting, diarrhea, and muscle cramps accompanied by dizziness and cold limbs, where the condition is life-threatening within moments.

Instructions for Use

Boil together until reduced to 8 parts, then take while warm.

Salt and Vinegar Decoction,From *Songya Zunsheng*, Volume 9.,For vomiting, diarrhea, and muscle cramps accompanied by dizziness and cold limbs, where the condition is life-threatening within moments.

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