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Xiao Fangfeng Decoction

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Xiao Fangfeng Decoction,Stroke, with numbness and loss of sensation in the hands and feet.

Formulas Name : Xiao Fangfeng Decoction

Chinese Name : 小防风汤

Drug Formulation

Saposhnikovia root (stem removed), Gentiana root (shoots removed), Notopterygium root, and Aconite root (roasted, skin and pith removed)—each in equal parts.

Source

From *Simple Formulas*, citing *Recorded and Verified Formulas* (see *Compilation of Medical Formulas*, Volume 20).

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

Stroke, with numbness and loss of sensation in the hands and feet.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 daqian per dose. Add 1.5 zhan of water and 3 slices of fresh ginger; decoct until reduced to 7 fen. Strain out the residue, add 2 he of fresh Rehmannia glutinosa juice, and decoct for a few more boils. Take on an empty stomach.

Xiao Fangfeng Decoction,From *Simple Formulas*, citing *Recorded and Verified Formulas* (see *Compilation of Medical Formulas*, Volume 20).,Stroke, with numbness and loss of sensation in the hands and feet.

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