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Sanxian Decoction

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Sanxian Decoction,For pain in the tendons and bones, whether due to rheumatism or syphilis.

Formulas Name : Sanxian Decoction

Chinese Name : 三仙汤

Drug Formulation

Purslane 2 jin, Acanthopanax bark half a jin, Atractylodes lancea 4 liang.

Source

From *The Collection of Immortal Prescriptions*, Volume 1, citing *Formulas from the Sea*.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder, decoct in water, and use the decoction for bathing.

Benefits

For pain in the tendons and bones, whether due to rheumatism or syphilis.

Instructions for Use

For urgent cases, pound scallions and ginger into a paste, mix with 3 bowls of hot water, and drink it. Rest in a warm place to induce sweating; the pain will cease immediately.

Sanxian Decoction,From *The Collection of Immortal Prescriptions*, Volume 1, citing *Formulas from the Sea*.,For pain in the tendons and bones, whether due to rheumatism or syphilis.

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