Stemona and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

Stemona and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,For the early stages of cold-damp “crane’s knee” (osteoarthritis of the knee), characterized by swelling and pain but no heat upon palpation.

Formulas Name : Stemona and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

Chinese Name : 防己桂枝汤

Drug Formulation

Cinnamon Twig, Sichuan Smilax, Angelica Pubescens, Gentiana Macrophylla, Sichuan Achyranthes, White Eggplant Root, Woody Stephania, Red Peony Root, Atractylodes, Roasted Myrrh, Whole Angelica, and Roasted Mulberry Twig.

Source

From *Medical Case Records of Ma Peizhi*.

Benefits

For the early stages of cold-damp “crane’s knee” (osteoarthritis of the knee), characterized by swelling and pain but no heat upon palpation.

Stemona and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,From *Medical Case Records of Ma Peizhi*.,For the early stages of cold-damp “crane’s knee” (osteoarthritis of the knee), characterized by swelling and pain but no heat upon palpation.

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