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Xiao Hu Po Powder

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Xiao Hu Po Powder,For various blood and qi disorders before and after childbirth.

Formulas Name : Xiao Hu Po Powder

Chinese Name : 小琥珀散

Drug Formulation

Chuanxiong 6 liang (select pieces the size of walnut meat; coarsely chop while raw), Chuan Danggui (remove tips, root ends, and impurities; soak in good wine overnight; roast over low heat until yellow—do not burn; let cool and slice finely) 4 liang, Sangjisheng 2 liang.

Source

From *Essentials of Obstetrics from the Family Treasure of Health*, Volume 7.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For various blood and qi disorders before and after childbirth.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose. Simmer in 8 fen of water until reduced to 6 fen, then add 2 fen of fine wine and simmer for another 2–3 boils. Take while warm. Pregnant women nearing delivery should take one dose on an empty stomach; by the time they go to bed, the fetus will slide out easily, lochia will be minimal, new blood will be replenished, and the internal organs will naturally be free of pain.

Xiao Hu Po Powder,From *Essentials of Obstetrics from the Family Treasure of Health*, Volume 7.,For various blood and qi disorders before and after childbirth.

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