SHEN QU

Names for Shen Qu
Pharmaceutical:	Massa Medica Fermentata
Botanical:	Artemisia annua,Xianthium sibiricum,Polygonum hydropiper
Other names:	Sheng Shen Qu, Sheng Jian Qu, Liu Shen Qu, Sheng Liu Qu
Description:	Dried mass of a fermented mixture of wheat flour, fresh aerial parts of Artemisia Annua, Xanthium sibiricum, Polygonum hydropiper, and water. In Japan, it is made from fermented steamed rice.

Actions
Moves Qi; Strengthens the Spleen; Stops diarrhea; Regulates the Exterior; Promotes digestion; Harmonizes the Stomach; ...

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Preparation of shen qu
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