Enhanced Decoction for Regulating the Middle and Strengthening the Spleen

Enhanced Decoction for Regulating the Middle and Strengthening the Spleen,

Formulas Name : Enhanced Decoction for Regulating the Middle and Strengthening the Spleen

Chinese Name : 加味调中健脾汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of Atractylodes macrocephala, 1 qian of Atractylodes lancea, 1 qian of Magnolia officinalis, 1 qian of Tangerine peel, 1 qian of Poria cocos, 8 fen of Pinellia ternata, 8 fen of Fructus Aurantii, 7 fen of Ginseng, and 5 fen of Licorice.

Source

From *Jiyang Gangmu*, Volume 12.

Processing

Coarsely chop the ingredients.

Instructions for Use

Add 3 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take warm after a meal.

Enhanced Decoction for Regulating the Middle and Strengthening the Spleen,From *Jiyang Gangmu*, Volume 12.,

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