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Nomenaclature

gān lù xiāo dú dān
甘露消毒丹
Sweet Dew Special Pill to Eliminate Toxin
Other Translations

Meaning of the Name


Functions

Drain Dampness

Release exterior and induce diaphoresis
Sx: fever, achy limbs, lethargy, swollen throat, a stifling sensation in the chest, abdominal distention, dark scanty urine. there may also be vomiting and diarrhea, jaundice or unremitting fever. T: a white, greasy or yellow, dry tongue coating. P: soggy and rapid.


Composition:

lian qiao 120g (12-15g)

huang qin 300g (12-15g)

bo he 120g (6-9g)

she gan 120g (9-12g)

chuan bei mu 150g (6-9g)

hua shi 450g (18-21g)

mu tong 150g (9-12g)

yin chen hao 330g (24-30g)

huo xiang 120g (9-12g)

shi chang pu 180g (4-6g)

bai dou kou 120g (10-12g)


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Footnote:


Herbs with this formula

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