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Yuebi Decoction,Invasion by wind-damp-toxin pathogens, depletion of body fluids, contracture and numbness of tendons and vessels, weakness of the legs and knees, and difficulty walking or standing.

Formulas Name : Yuebi Decoction

Chinese Name : 越婢汤

Drug Formulation

6 liang of Ephedra, half a sheng of Gypsum, 4 liang of Atractylodes, 1 large Aconite root, 3 liang of fresh ginger, 2 liang of licorice, and 15 jujubes.

Source

*Qian Jin* (Thousand Gold), Volume 7.

Benefits

Invasion by wind-damp-toxin pathogens, depletion of body fluids, contracture and numbness of tendons and vessels, weakness of the legs and knees, and difficulty walking or standing.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Add 7 sheng of water; first boil the Ephedra until it comes to a boil, then skim off the foam. Add the remaining herbs and boil until reduced to 3 sheng. Divide into 3 doses and take while warm. Induce sweating.

Yuebi Decoction,*Qian Jin* (Thousand Gold), Volume 7.,Invasion by wind-damp-toxin pathogens, depletion of body fluids, contracture and numbness of tendons and vessels, weakness of the legs and knees, and difficulty walking or standing.

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