Modified Poria Decoction

Modified Poria Decoction,Indicated for diabetes insipidus, characterized by a constant feeling of hunger even after eating; stomach heat causing rapid digestion; a strong Yangming pulse; heart fire rising upward; a sallow complexion and emaciation; fullness in the chest and distension in the flanks; and dark, scanty, and painful urination.

Formulas Name : Modified Poria Decoction

Chinese Name : 加减茯苓汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of red Poria, 1 qian of tangerine peel, 1 qian of Alisma, 1 qian of mulberry bark, 1 qian of red peony root, 1 qian of Pinellia (processed with ginger), 1 qian of gypsum, 1.5 qian of Atractylodes, and 0.8 fen of ginseng.

Source

*Xingyuan*, Volume 5.

Benefits

Indicated for diabetes insipidus, characterized by a constant feeling of hunger even after eating; stomach heat causing rapid digestion; a strong Yangming pulse; heart fire rising upward; a sallow complexion and emaciation; fullness in the chest and distension in the flanks; and dark, scanty, and painful urination.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Add 5 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water until fully cooked, and take warm before meals.

Modified Poria Decoction,*Xingyuan*, Volume 5.,Indicated for diabetes insipidus, characterized by a constant feeling of hunger even after eating; stomach heat causing rapid digestion; a strong Yangming pulse; heart fire rising upward; a sallow complexion and emaciation; fullness in the chest and distension in the flanks; and dark, scanty, and painful urination.

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