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Yanhu Shenghua Decoction,Pain in the lower abdomen at the “child’s pillow” site after childbirth; pain caused by cold.

Formulas Name : Yanhu Shenghua Decoction

Chinese Name : 延胡生化汤

Drug Formulation

Chuanxiong 2 qian, Danggui 4 qian (washed with wine), Peach Kernels 10 pieces (with skin and tips removed), Roasted Ginger 4 fen, Roasted Cinnamomum Cassia 4 fen, Yanhusuo 1 qian.

Source

From *Essentials of Prenatal and Postnatal Care*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Pain in the lower abdomen at the “child’s pillow” site after childbirth; pain caused by cold.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Yanhu Shenghua Decoction，From *Essentials of Prenatal and Postnatal Care*, Volume 2.，Pain in the lower abdomen at the “child’s pillow” site after childbirth; pain caused by cold.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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