Lotus Leaf Decoction

Lotus Leaf Decoction,Postpartum blood-induced fainting with inability to recognize people, accompanied by delirium and incoherent speech.

Formulas Name : Lotus Leaf Decoction

Chinese Name : 莲叶饮

Drug Formulation

3 lotus leaves (roasted until charred and crushed), 2 liang of licorice (roasted) (chopped into pieces the size of sesame seeds), 1 spoonful of raw honey, 3 he of fresh Rehmannia root juice, and 2 liang of pollen from the cattail (added after the decoction is prepared).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 160.

Benefits

Postpartum blood-induced fainting with inability to recognize people, accompanied by delirium and incoherent speech.

Instructions for Use

Combine the above 5 ingredients. Simmer the first 2 ingredients in 5 zhan of water until reduced to 2 zhan; strain out the residue. Add the honey and Rehmannia juice, then simmer for another 3–5 boils. Stir in the pollen until evenly mixed, and divide into 5 doses to be taken warm.

Lotus Leaf Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 160.,Postpartum blood-induced fainting with inability to recognize people, accompanied by delirium and incoherent speech.

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