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Trichosanthes Paste

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Trichosanthes Paste,For phlegm-fire in the Upper Burner.

Formulas Name : Trichosanthes Paste

Chinese Name : 瓜蒌膏

Drug Formulation

Young, tender Trichosanthes fruit.

Source

From *Prohibited Formulas of the Lu Prefecture*, Volume 1.

Processing

Wash thoroughly, slice, and pound into a paste; strain through a cloth to extract 2 bowls of juice. Place in an earthenware pot and simmer over low heat until reduced to 1 bowl. Add 1 small cup of genuine bamboo sap and 1 bowl of white honey; simmer for a few more boils, then store in a porcelain jar.

Benefits

For phlegm-fire in the Upper Burner.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 small cup at a time, pour into a teacup, and add boiling water; take at any time.

Trichosanthes Paste,From *Prohibited Formulas of the Lu Prefecture*, Volume 1.,For phlegm-fire in the Upper Burner.

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