Xiaopin Decoction，From *The Treasure of Health* (cited in *Formulas for Universal Relief*, Vol. 230).，For blood deficiency manifested as intermittent hot flashes, vomiting, spontaneous sweating, generalized aching, cough, and stiffness in the back and spleen region.
Xiaopin Decoction
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Formulas Name : Xiaopin Decoction
Chinese Name : 小品汤
Drug Formulation
Astragalus (stem removed) 2 liang, Ginseng (root removed) 1 liang, White Peony Root (lightly roasted) 2 liang,Poria (peeled) 1 liang, Pinellia 1 liang (soaked in hot water, rinsed 7 times to remove slime, sliced, and dried), Cinnamon Bark (peeled) 1 liang, Licorice (lightly roasted) 1 liang, Angelica 1 liang (washed, root end removed).
Source
From *The Treasure of Health* (cited in *Formulas for Universal Relief*, Vol. 230).
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.
Benefits
For blood deficiency manifested as intermittent hot flashes, vomiting, spontaneous sweating, generalized aching, cough, and stiffness in the back and spleen region.
Instructions for Use
Take 3 qian per dose; add 1 zhan of water, 3 slices of fresh ginger, and 1 jujube (pitted); decoct until reduced to 7 fen; strain; take warm before meals.
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Xiaopin Decoction,For blood deficiency manifested as intermittent hot flashes, vomiting, spontaneous sweating, generalized aching, cough, and stiffness in the back and spleen region.