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Soybean Powder,For edema affecting the entire body, accompanied by shortness of breath and difficulty with urination and defecation.

Formulas Name : Soybean Powder

Chinese Name : 大豆散

Drug Formulation

1 liang of yellow soybeans (tossed with vinegar, then stir-fried until dry), 1 liang of rhubarb (lightly roasted, peel removed).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 80.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For edema affecting the entire body, accompanied by shortness of breath and difficulty with urination and defecation.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian bi per dose; before bedtime, decoct with scallions and tangerine peel, then take the mixture. By dawn, bowel movements should be established.

Soybean Powder，*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 80.，For edema affecting the entire body, accompanied by shortness of breath and difficulty with urination and defecation.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 20, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 20, 2026

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