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Suodi Decoction,For cases where fetal movement indicates an imminent labor.

Formulas Name : Suodi Decoction

Chinese Name : 缩地汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Amomum villosum (finely ground), 2 liang of Rehmannia glutinosa (wine-fried).

Source

From *Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 7.

Benefits

For cases where fetal movement indicates an imminent labor.

Instructions for Use

Add 2 bowls each of water and wine; decoct until reduced to 1 bowl; divide into 2 doses and take.

Suodi Decoction,From *Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 7.,For cases where fetal movement indicates an imminent labor.

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