Gao Ben Usages and Indications

• Expels wind-cold, vertex headaches (teeth/jaw pain)
• Dispels wind and dampness - useful for wind-cold-damp bi-syndromes and/or acute lower back pain from wind cold
• Resolve dampness effecting stomach/spleen

Cautions and Contraindications

• Avoid in Blood and/or Yin Deficiency
All Cautions

Dosage and Preparation Notes For Gao Ben

• Dosage: 3-9g

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P

• Pian Tou Tong Wan -Migraine Pills (Harmonize)

T

• Te Xiao Bi Min Gan Wan -Specially Effective Nasal Allergy Pills (Tonify)

X

• Xin Yi Wan -Magnolia Flower Powder (Release the Exterior)

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