Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Rehmannia Decoction

Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Rehmannia Decoction,For spleen deficiency and liver dryness, where wood energy is stagnant and overpowers earth energy, presenting with abdominal pain, reduced appetite, and a strong desire to drink water.

Formulas Name : Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Rehmannia Decoction

Chinese Name : 桂枝丹皮地黄汤

Drug Formulation

Gui Zhi 3 qian, Shao Yao 3 qian, Gan Cao 2 qian, Dan Pi 3 qian, Di Huang 3 qian, Dang Gui 3 qian.

Source

*Source of the Hearts of the Four Sages*, Volume 10.

Benefits

For spleen deficiency and liver dryness, where wood energy is stagnant and overpowers earth energy, presenting with abdominal pain, reduced appetite, and a strong desire to drink water.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water to about half a cup; take while warm.

Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Rehmannia Decoction,*Source of the Hearts of the Four Sages*, Volume 10.,For spleen deficiency and liver dryness, where wood energy is stagnant and overpowers earth energy, presenting with abdominal pain, reduced appetite, and a strong desire to drink water.

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