Poria and Four Reversals Decoction

Poria and Four Reversals Decoction,For inducing sweating; if purgation has been attempted but the illness persists, accompanied by restlessness.

Formulas Name : Poria and Four Reversals Decoction

Chinese Name : 茯苓四逆汤

Drug Formulation

4 liang Poria, 1 liang Ginseng, 1 piece Aconite (raw, peeled, and split into 8 slices), 2 liang Licorice (roasted), 1.5 liang Dried Ginger.

Source

*Treatise on Cold Damage*.

Benefits

For inducing sweating; if purgation has been attempted but the illness persists, accompanied by restlessness.

Instructions for Use

Decoct the above herbs in 5 sheng of water until reduced to 3 sheng; strain, and take 7 he while warm, twice daily.

Poria and Four Reversals Decoction,*Treatise on Cold Damage*.,For inducing sweating; if purgation has been attempted but the illness persists, accompanied by restlessness.

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