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Tongfu San,Promotes the flow of qi and dispels blood stasis.

Formulas Name : Tongfu San

Chinese Name : 通腑散

Drug Formulation

Raw rhubarb 3 liang,芒硝 3 liang, Magnolia bark 4 liang, Fructus Aurantii 4 liang, Wood fragrant 4 liang, Codonopsis 4 liang, Atractylodes 4 liang, Peach kernel 4 liang, Borneol 1 liang.

Source

*Journal of Practical Traditional Chinese Medicine*

Processing

Grind into a powder and mix with vinegar.

Benefits

Promotes the flow of qi and dispels blood stasis.

Instructions for Use

Apply topically.

Tongfu San,*Journal of Practical Traditional Chinese Medicine*,Promotes the flow of qi and dispels blood stasis.

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