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Tongding Decoction,Smallpox in women; severe constipation.

Formulas Name : Tongding Decoction

Chinese Name : 通顶汤

Drug Formulation

Angelica sinensis, Safflower, Raw Rehmannia, Prepared Rehmannia, Peach Kernel, Cimicifuga, Licorice, and Fire Hemp Seeds.

Source

From *The Mystic Pearl of Chishui*, Volume 28.

Benefits

Smallpox in women; severe constipation.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Tongding Decoction,From *The Mystic Pearl of Chishui*, Volume 28.,Smallpox in women; severe constipation.

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