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Wash Formula,Pain and stiffness in the lower back and legs.

Formulas Name : Wash Formula

Chinese Name : 洗药方

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Southern Safflower, 2 qian of Peach Kernels (ground), 1 qian of Angelica Root Tails, 1 qian of Fangfeng, 1 qian and 5 fen of Cinnamon Twig Tips, 2 qian of Chrysanthemum Flowers, 1 qian and 5 fen of Honeysuckle, and 8 fen of Grass Tips.

Source

*Selected and Commented Medical Formulas of Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu*.

Benefits

Pain and stiffness in the lower back and legs.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and use the liquid for washing.

Wash Formula,*Selected and Commented Medical Formulas of Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu*.,Pain and stiffness in the lower back and legs.

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