Xishu Powder，From *Formulas for Saving Lives*, Volume 6.，For conditions caused by the invasion of wind, cold, and dampness, leading to bi syndrome, which results in stagnation of the blood vessels, numbness of the limbs, soreness and pain in the lower back and knees, and constipation and dry stools—whether due to gout, bi syndrome, damp phlegm, or wind-heat—this formula is suitable for long-term use.
Xishu Powder
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Formulas Name : Xishu Powder
Chinese Name : 豨莶散
Drug Formulation
Xishu herb, any amount (remove the stems, use only the leaves, and sun-dry).
Source
From *Formulas for Saving Lives*, Volume 6.
Processing
Thoroughly mix with aged wine, steam, sun-dry, then mix and steam again; repeat this process nine times. Sun-dry until completely dry, grind into a fine powder, and mix with refined honey to form pills.
Benefits
For conditions caused by the invasion of wind, cold, and dampness, leading to bi syndrome, which results in stagnation of the blood vessels, numbness of the limbs, soreness and pain in the lower back and knees, and constipation and dry stools—whether due to gout, bi syndrome, damp phlegm, or wind-heat—this formula is suitable for long-term use.
Instructions for Use
Take 4–5 qian per dose, swallowed with warm wine on an empty stomach in the morning.
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Xishu Powder,For conditions caused by the invasion of wind, cold, and dampness, leading to bi syndrome, which results in stagnation of the blood vessels, numbness of the limbs, soreness and pain in the lower back and knees, and constipation and dry stools—whether due to gout, bi syndrome, damp phlegm, or wind-heat—this formula is suitable for long-term use.