Enhanced Four Gentlemen Decoction

Enhanced Four Gentlemen Decoction,For children who are physically weak, suffer from diarrhea, refuse to eat, are lethargic, and have persistent deficiency-heat.

Formulas Name : Enhanced Four Gentlemen Decoction

Chinese Name : 加味四君子汤

Drug Formulation

Ginseng 2 qian, Atractylodes macrocephala 2 qian, Poria cocos 1.5 qian, Fried licorice 1 qian, Dried ginger (roasted) 1.5 qian, White peony root (wine-fried) 1.5 qian, Angelica sinensis 2 qian (omit if there is diarrhea).

Source

From *Huiyue*, Volume 19.

Benefits

For children who are physically weak, suffer from diarrhea, refuse to eat, are lethargic, and have persistent deficiency-heat.

Instructions for Use

Add fresh ginger and jujubes, decoct in water, and take orally.

Enhanced Four Gentlemen Decoction,From *Huiyue*, Volume 19.,For children who are physically weak, suffer from diarrhea, refuse to eat, are lethargic, and have persistent deficiency-heat.

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