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Expels Wind-Cold and releases the Exterior

Invasion of Wind-Cold: chills, aches all over and headache Wind-Cold affecting the head, especially headache and nose complaints Headache at the crown from Wind-Cold lodged in Tai Yang, including pain that spreads to the cheeks, teeth or jaw; may be used alone Headache from Wind-Cold-Damp

Dispels Wind-Damp and relieves pain

Wind-Damp-Cold Bi with joint pain Sudden low back pain from exterior Wind-Cold; it reaches both ends of the Du Mai, which links the lumbar region to the vertex Cold, cramping pain in the abdomen