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Tendon-Relaxing Decoction

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Tendon-Relaxing Decoction,For postpartum stiffness of tendons and meridians with a floating, taut, and涩 pulse.

Formulas Name : Tendon-Relaxing Decoction

Chinese Name : 舒筋饮

Drug Formulation

Qianghuo 1.5 qian, Danggui 3 qian, Frankincense 2 qian, Turmeric 1.5 qian, Sea-grape Bark 3 qian (wine-fried), Coix Seed 5 qian (roasted), Licorice 6 fen.

Source

*Six Books on Medical Essentials*, Volume 30.

Benefits

For postpartum stiffness of tendons and meridians with a floating, taut, and涩 pulse.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water, strain, add 1 spoonful of ginger juice, and drink while warm.

Tendon-Relaxing Decoction,*Six Books on Medical Essentials*, Volume 30.,For postpartum stiffness of tendons and meridians with a floating, taut, and涩 pulse.

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