Turmeric Decoction

Turmeric Decoction,Heart pain caused by roundworms, with a tendency to vomit water; unbearable stabbing pain; or inability to eat, accompanied by a sallow complexion and abdominal distension.

Formulas Name : Turmeric Decoction

Chinese Name : 姜黄汤

Drug Formulation

Curcuma 1 liang 3 fen, Asarum (chopped) 1 liang, Ctenocephalides (lightly roasted) 1 liang 1 fen.

Source

*Compendium of Holy Remedies*, Volume 56.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

Heart pain caused by roundworms, with a tendency to vomit water; unbearable stabbing pain; or inability to eat, accompanied by a sallow complexion and abdominal distension.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian bi per dose; add 1 zhan of water, decoct until reduced to 7 fen; then add 1 he of wine, bring to a boil again, and take on an empty stomach; eat hot rice in the evening. The worms will be expelled immediately. If not completely expelled after one dose, take another.

Turmeric Decoction,*Compendium of Holy Remedies*, Volume 56.,Heart pain caused by roundworms, with a tendency to vomit water; unbearable stabbing pain; or inability to eat, accompanied by a sallow complexion and abdominal distension.

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