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Xiaodiaoteng Decoction

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Xiaodiaoteng Decoction,For children with vomiting and diarrhea, as well as wind-induced convulsions due to spleen-stomach deficiency.

Formulas Name : Xiaodiaoteng Decoction

Chinese Name : 小钓藤饮

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Hook Vine, 10 cicada molts, 2 qian of Fangfeng, 2 qian of Ginseng, 2 qian of Ephedra, 3 qian of Stiff Silkworm, 3 qian of Gastrodia, 3 qian of Whole Scorpion (detoxified), 3 qian of Licorice, 3 qian of Chuanxiong, and a small amount of Musk.

Source

From *De Xiao*, Volume 11.

Processing

Coarsely grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For children with vomiting and diarrhea, as well as wind-induced convulsions due to spleen-stomach deficiency.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose; decoct in 1 zhan of water; take before breastfeeding or meals.

Xiaodiaoteng Decoction,From *De Xiao*, Volume 11.,For children with vomiting and diarrhea, as well as wind-induced convulsions due to spleen-stomach deficiency.

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