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Tongcao Decoction

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Tongcao Decoction,Characterized by heat-induced dysuria with a sensation of burning and difficulty in urination; urine is red like safflower juice.

Formulas Name : Tongcao Decoction

Chinese Name : 通草饮子

Drug Formulation

Tongcao 1 liang, Mallow Seeds 1 liang, Reed Root 1 liang, Wangbuliu 1 liang, Cattail Pollen (roasted) 1 liang, Peach Gum 1 liang, Lycopodium 1 liang, Talc 1 liang, Licorice 7 qian.

Source

Formula by Zhang Wenzhong, cited in *Wai Tai*, Volume 27.

Processing

Chop the ingredients as above.

Benefits

Characterized by heat-induced dysuria with a sensation of burning and difficulty in urination; urine is red like safflower juice.

Instructions for Use

Boil 1 dou of water down to 6 sheng, strain out the residue, and take in 5–6 divided doses while warm.

Tongcao Decoction,Formula by Zhang Wenzhong, cited in *Wai Tai*, Volume 27.,Characterized by heat-induced dysuria with a sensation of burning and difficulty in urination; urine is red like safflower juice.

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