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San Pian Decoction,Stagnant qi fails to disperse; compounded by wind-pathogen invading the Shaoyang meridian, resulting in unilateral headache.

Formulas Name : San Pian Decoction

Chinese Name : 散偏汤

Drug Formulation

White Peony Root 5 qian, Sichuan Lovage Root 1 liang, Prunus mume Seed 1 qian, Bupleurum Root 1 qian, White Mustard Seed 3 qian, Cyperus Rhizome 2 qian, Licorice Root 1 qian, White Angelica Root 5 fen.

Source

*Record of Differential Diagnosis*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Stagnant qi fails to disperse; compounded by wind-pathogen invading the Shaoyang meridian, resulting in unilateral headache.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally. Pain will subside after one dose; no need to take more.

San Pian Decoction,*Record of Differential Diagnosis*, Volume 2.,Stagnant qi fails to disperse; compounded by wind-pathogen invading the Shaoyang meridian, resulting in unilateral headache.

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