Peony Bark Decoction

Peony Bark Decoction,For intestinal abscesses characterized by a soft, tender abdomen that subsides when pressed, or occasional discharge of pus.

Formulas Name : Peony Bark Decoction

Chinese Name : 牡丹皮汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of ginseng, 1 qian of peony bark, 1 qian of white peony root, 1 qian of red poria, 1 qian of astragalus, 1 qian of peach kernels (with skin and tip removed), 1 qian of coix seed, 1 qian of white angelica root, 1 qian of angelica sinensis, 1 qian of chuanxiong, 5 fen of Guangxi frankincense, 5 fen of licorice, and 5 fen of cassia bark.

Source

From *Yu’an*, Volume 6.

Benefits

For intestinal abscesses characterized by a soft, tender abdomen that subsides when pressed, or occasional discharge of pus.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take before meals.

Peony Bark Decoction,From *Yu’an*, Volume 6.,For intestinal abscesses characterized by a soft, tender abdomen that subsides when pressed, or occasional discharge of pus.

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