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Worm-Expelling Decoction,Symptoms include a sallow complexion and emaciation; a strong appetite with frequent hunger; abdominal pain when not eating; and a daily pattern of these symptoms. Suddenly, there is severe diarrhea, expelling the parasites in clumps or lumps, with blood and pus-filled blisters.

Formulas Name : Worm-Expelling Decoction

Chinese Name : 扫虫汤

Drug Formulation

5 qian of ginseng, 1 liang of white atractylodes, 3 qian of rhubarb, 3 qian of white meili, 3 qian of stemona, 1 qian of licorice, and 1 black plum.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 7.

Benefits

Symptoms include a sallow complexion and emaciation; a strong appetite with frequent hunger; abdominal pain when not eating; and a daily pattern of these symptoms. Suddenly, there is severe diarrhea, expelling the parasites in clumps or lumps, with blood and pus-filled blisters.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally. One dose will cause severe diarrhea and expel all the worms; a second dose is unnecessary. After taking this medicine, use the Four Gentlemen Decoction to restore health and stability.

Worm-Expelling Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 7.,Symptoms include a sallow complexion and emaciation; a strong appetite with frequent hunger; abdominal pain when not eating; and a daily pattern of these symptoms. Suddenly, there is severe diarrhea, expelling the parasites in clumps or lumps, with blood and pus-filled blisters.

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