Sanxi Decoction

Sanxi Decoction,Crane-Knee Wind. The lower legs gradually become thinner, the knees gradually swell, there is aching pain in the bones, and the body gradually becomes emaciated; this condition is attributed to wind-dampness.

Formulas Name : Sanxi Decoction

Chinese Name : 散膝汤

Drug Formulation

5 liang of Astragalus, 3 qian of Fangfeng, 5 qian of Cinnamon Bark, 1 liang of Poria.

Source

*Record of Differential Diagnosis*, Volume 10.

Benefits

Crane-Knee Wind. The lower legs gradually become thinner, the knees gradually swell, there is aching pain in the bones, and the body gradually becomes emaciated; this condition is attributed to wind-dampness.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally. After taking the decoction, wrap yourself in a blanket and lie down to induce sweating; the more you sweat, the faster the illness will subside.

Sanxi Decoction,*Record of Differential Diagnosis*, Volume 10.,Crane-Knee Wind. The lower legs gradually become thinner, the knees gradually swell, there is aching pain in the bones, and the body gradually becomes emaciated; this condition is attributed to wind-dampness.

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