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Mix cold water with vinegar and have someone spray it onto the parturient's face; spraying three times will cause the uterus to retract. Alternatively, decoct 3 qian of Zhiqiao (Aurantii Fructus) in water and administer orally.

Grind equal parts of Bimazi Ren (Ricini Semen) and Kufan (Alumen) into a fine powder, apply it on paper, and insert it into the vagina using a support. Simultaneously, grind 14 grains of Bimazi Ren (Ricini Semen) into a paste and apply it to the fontanelle on the top of the head; the uterus will then retract. Remove the medication immediately after retraction; do not delay. (This method is also effective for retained placenta. It must not be used if the fetus has not yet been delivered; remember this well.)

Use Ganheyeye (Nelumbinis Folium), an appropriate amount, and administer by pouring boiling water over it for infusion. If unavailable, Lianpengke (Nelumbinis Calyx) may be used instead. Alternatively, take 3 fen of Mingfan (Alumen), grind it into powder, and administer with boiling water.

Another prescription: Strike the main beam in the center of the hall three times with a bamboo pole; this is extremely effective. Or, take two raw eggs, remove the yolks, boil good aged vinegar until rolling, and drink the mixture.

Another prescription: Take 14 grains of Bimazi Ren (Ricini Semen), remove the shells, crush them, and apply to the sole of the foot. Wash off the medicine immediately after the placenta is expelled; delaying may result in uterine prolapse. If the uterus has already prolapsed, still apply this medicine to the fontanelle (on the head); the uterus will naturally retract. Wash off the medicine immediately; do not delay.

Take 3 qian of Wumingyi (Hematitum, available in pharmacies), grind it into powder, mix evenly with egg white, add one tea cup of Chenmi Cu (aged rice vinegar), bring to a boil, and administer; the uterus will contract and descend like a heavy weight. If there is no effect, taking another dose will certainly be effective. Alternatively, grasp some hair from the mother, use the tip of the hair to probe into her mouth to induce vomiting, which will cause the uterus to retract. Or, heat an iron steelyard weight until red-hot, soak it in good yellow wine, and drink the wine.

Blow Shengbanxia (Pinelliae Rhizoma) powder into the nose to induce sneezing; Zaogao (Gleditsiae Sinensis Fructus) powder can also be used. Alternatively, decoct 2 liang of Zhiqiao (Aurantii Fructus) in water for warm immersion.

Boil Zongshugen (Livistonae Caulis) with lean pork for a long time, remove the root, and consume the meat and broth; after three to five times, the uterus will naturally retract. ("Pao" sounds like "Bao," referring to the bladder or uterus).

Decoct Zelan Ye (Lycopus Herba) to make a strong decoction for fumigation. Or, use 4 liang of Zelan Ye (Lycopus Herba) added with Kufan (Alumen) to decoct for washing two or three times. (This condition is named "Fan Hua").

Take one bowl of Heidadou (Sojae Semen Nigrum), stir-fry until charred to charcoal, decoct in yellow wine, boil several times, and drink.

Decoct seven Lianpengkes (Nelumbinis Calyces) in water and administer orally.

Grind Taoren (Persicae Semen) into powder and apply externally.

Take 1 liang of Jingjie (Schizonepetae Herba) (dry powder), mix with one cup of Tongbian (infant urine), and administer 2 qian mixed. (Using the flower spikes of Jingjie is also excellent).

Break one Ji Zi (Galli Ovum Oviparum), mix with one cup of water, and administer.

Burn Shuiniujiao (Rhinocerotis Cornu) without limiting the amount, grind into powder, stew in yellow wine until hot, and administer mixed. Or, use Zaoxintu (Caulis Trachycarpi Carbonatus), warm with wine and administer.