Cinnamon Twig and Soapberry Decoction

Cinnamon Twig and Soapberry Decoction,Pulmonary atrophy.

Formulas Name : Cinnamon Twig and Soapberry Decoction

Chinese Name : 桂枝皂角汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Cinnamomum cassia twigs, half a liang of licorice, 12 jujubes (pitted), and 4 soapberry pods (roasted, with skin and string removed).

Source

*Yi Tong*, Volume 45.

Benefits

Pulmonary atrophy.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take in 3 divided doses.

Cinnamon Twig and Soapberry Decoction,*Yi Tong*, Volume 45.,Pulmonary atrophy.

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