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Shi Yu San,Winter and summer cold-induced fevers; epidemic cold diseases.

Formulas Name : Shi Yu San

Chinese Name : 时雨散

Drug Formulation

Atractylodes lancea 4 liang, Glycyrrhiza 2 liang, Ephedra 2 liang, Sapindus mukorossi 4 pieces.

Source

From *Treatise on General Diseases of Cold Damage*, Volume 6.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Winter and summer cold-induced fevers; epidemic cold diseases.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose; boil in 1 zhan of water for 2–3 boils; strain and take while warm. Cover the body to induce sweating.

Shi Yu San,From *Treatise on General Diseases of Cold Damage*, Volume 6.,Winter and summer cold-induced fevers; epidemic cold diseases.

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