Houpo-Da Huang Decoction

Houpo-Da Huang Decoction,Indicated for retained fluid causing chest fullness, abdominal pain, and a rapid pulse—symptoms requiring purgation.

Formulas Name : Houpo-Da Huang Decoction

Chinese Name : 厚朴大黄汤

Drug Formulation

Magnolia Bark 1 chi, Rhubarb 6 liang, Bitter Orange 4 pieces.

Source

From *The Golden Chamber* (Volume Middle).

Benefits

Indicated for retained fluid causing chest fullness, abdominal pain, and a rapid pulse—symptoms requiring purgation.

Instructions for Use

Decoct the above herbs in 5 sheng of water until reduced to 2 sheng; divide into two doses and take warm.

Houpo-Da Huang Decoction,From *The Golden Chamber* (Volume Middle).,Indicated for retained fluid causing chest fullness, abdominal pain, and a rapid pulse—symptoms requiring purgation.

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