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Silver Date Decoction,For children with feverish convulsions and tidal fever.

Formulas Name : Silver Date Decoction

Chinese Name : 银枣汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Ophiopogon tuber, 2 qian of Lycium bark, 2 qian of Polygala root (processed with ginger), 2 qian of Ginseng, 2 qian of Poria, 2 qian of Saposhnikovia root, 2 qian of Licorice (roasted), 2 qian of Rhubarb (steamed with damp paper).

Source

*Direct Pointers on Pediatrics*, Volume 1.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For children with feverish convulsions and tidal fever.

Instructions for Use

Take half a qian per dose; decoct in water and drink.

Silver Date Decoction,*Direct Pointers on Pediatrics*, Volume 1.,For children with feverish convulsions and tidal fever.

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