Liver-Regulating and Spleen-Tonifying Decoction

Liver-Regulating and Spleen-Tonifying Decoction,For weakness of spleen and stomach qi, with wood overacting on earth, manifesting as a sour taste in the mouth.

Formulas Name : Liver-Regulating and Spleen-Tonifying Decoction

Chinese Name : 伐肝补脾汤

Drug Formulation

Coptis (Huanglian) 1 qian 2 fen, Peony (Shaoyao) 1 qian, Bupleurum (Chaihu) 1 qian, Green Tangerine Peel (Qingpi) 8 fen, Atractylodes (Baizhu) 1 qian 5 fen, Ginseng (Renshen) 8 fen, Poria (Bai Fuling) 1 qian, Licorice (Gancao, roasted) 5 fen.

Source

From *The Mystic Pearl of Chishui*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For weakness of spleen and stomach qi, with wood overacting on earth, manifesting as a sour taste in the mouth.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take before meals.

Liver-Regulating and Spleen-Tonifying Decoction,From *The Mystic Pearl of Chishui*, Volume 3.,For weakness of spleen and stomach qi, with wood overacting on earth, manifesting as a sour taste in the mouth.

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