Magnolia and Bitter Orange Decoction

Magnolia and Bitter Orange Decoction,For diarrhea and dysentery due to deficiency-induced slippery stools that have persisted for a long time without resolution.

Formulas Name : Magnolia and Bitter Orange Decoction

Chinese Name : 厚朴枳实汤

Drug Formulation

Magnolia Bark 1 liang, Bitter Orange 1 liang, Chebulic Myrobalan 1 liang (half raw, half roasted), Wood Fragrance half liang, Coptis 2 qian, Licorice 3 qian (roasted), Rhubarb 2 qian.

Source

From *The Collection for Preserving Life*, Middle Volume.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For diarrhea and dysentery due to deficiency-induced slippery stools that have persisted for a long time without resolution.

Instructions for Use

Take 3–5 qian per dose; add 1.5 bowls of water; decoct until reduced to 1 bowl; strain and take while warm.

Magnolia and Bitter Orange Decoction,From *The Collection for Preserving Life*, Middle Volume.,For diarrhea and dysentery due to deficiency-induced slippery stools that have persisted for a long time without resolution.

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