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San Huang Xi San,Constipation due to heat in the zang-fu organs.

Formulas Name : San Huang Xi San

Chinese Name : 三黄犀散

Drug Formulation

Rhinoceros Horn Shavings, Rhubarb (steamed with wine), Uncaria, Gardenia Seeds, Licorice, and Scutellaria—each in equal parts.

Source

From *Feng’s Treasure Chest: Miscellaneous Disorders*, Volume 3.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Constipation due to heat in the zang-fu organs.

Instructions for Use

Take with hot water.

San Huang Xi San,From *Feng’s Treasure Chest: Miscellaneous Disorders*, Volume 3.,Constipation due to heat in the zang-fu organs.

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