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Xiaoyao Pills,Dizziness and vertigo; aching limbs; qi stagnation in the chest and abdomen; pain in the flanks; blood deficiency with fatigue; heat in the palms, soles, and chest; dry mouth and tongue; fever and night sweats; irregular menstruation; pain in the navel and abdomen; and yin deficiency with bone-steaming fever in unmarried women.

Formulas Name : Xiaoyao Pills

Chinese Name : 逍遥丸

Drug Formulation

Angelica sinensis 2 liang, Red Peony Root 1 liang 6 qian, Vinegar-processed Bupleurum 1 liang 6 qian, Poria cocos 1 liang, Roasted Atractylodes 1 liang 2 qian, Cyperus rotundus 5 qian, Licorice 6 qian, Moutan Bark 1 liang 1 qian, Gardenia 1 liang 1 qian, Peppermint 8 qian.

Source

*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Fushun Formula).

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder, mix with refined honey, and form into pills weighing 2 qian each.

Benefits

Dizziness and vertigo; aching limbs; qi stagnation in the chest and abdomen; pain in the flanks; blood deficiency with fatigue; heat in the palms, soles, and chest; dry mouth and tongue; fever and night sweats; irregular menstruation; pain in the navel and abdomen; and yin deficiency with bone-steaming fever in unmarried women.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose with plain water, twice daily.

Note

Avoid spicy foods. Not suitable for those with a weak constitution.

Xiaoyao Pills,*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Fushun Formula).,Dizziness and vertigo; aching limbs; qi stagnation in the chest and abdomen; pain in the flanks; blood deficiency with fatigue; heat in the palms, soles, and chest; dry mouth and tongue; fever and night sweats; irregular menstruation; pain in the navel and abdomen; and yin deficiency with bone-steaming fever in unmarried women.

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