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Sea Clam Decoction,Dampness-related conditions, swelling and fullness of the limbs, surging vital energy, intense fever throughout the body, and difficulty urinating.

Formulas Name : Sea Clam Decoction

Chinese Name : 海蛤汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of sea clam, 1 liang of Alisma, 1 liang of Poria cocos (peeled), 1 liang of Akebia, 1 liang of talc, 1 liang of white mulberry bark, and 1 liang of mallow seeds.

Source

From *Yang’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 10.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Dampness-related conditions, swelling and fullness of the limbs, surging vital energy, intense fever throughout the body, and difficulty urinating.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose; add 1 zhan of water, 10 stems of lampwick, and 2 cun of Tongcao; decoct together until reduced to 7 fen; take warm before meals.

Sea Clam Decoction,From *Yang’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 10.,Dampness-related conditions, swelling and fullness of the limbs, surging vital energy, intense fever throughout the body, and difficulty urinating.

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