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Silk Cocoon Decoction

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Silk Cocoon Decoction,Diabetes insipidus; hematuria; the “Three Consumption” syndrome; and menorrhagia in women.

Formulas Name : Silk Cocoon Decoction

Chinese Name : 茧丝汤

Drug Formulation

Silk extracted from cocoons.

Source

*Direct Pointers*, Volume 17.

Benefits

Diabetes insipidus; hematuria; the “Three Consumption” syndrome; and menorrhagia in women.

Instructions for Use

Decoct into a decoction and drink as desired.

Silk Cocoon Decoction,*Direct Pointers*, Volume 17.,Diabetes insipidus; hematuria; the “Three Consumption” syndrome; and menorrhagia in women.

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