Cimicifuga Decoction for Draining Dampness

Cimicifuga Decoction for Draining Dampness,Blockage of the throat and diaphragm, counterflow of qi with abdominal cramping, and constipation.

Formulas Name : Cimicifuga Decoction for Draining Dampness

Chinese Name : 升麻泻湿汤

Drug Formulation

Cimicifuga root 1 qian, raw Rehmannia root 1 qian, prepared Rehmannia root 1 qian, Atractylodes 1 qian, green tangerine peel 1 qian, Phellodendron bark 1 qian, Angelica root 1 qian, Astragalus root 1.5 qian, ground peach kernels 0.5 fen, Sophora fruit 0.5 fen, licorice root 0.6 fen.

Source

*Remarkably Effective Formulas*, Volume 7.

Benefits

Blockage of the throat and diaphragm, counterflow of qi with abdominal cramping, and constipation.

Instructions for Use

Prepare the above ingredients as one dose. Decoct with 2 zhong of water until reduced to 1 zhong; take warm before meals.

Cimicifuga Decoction for Draining Dampness,*Remarkably Effective Formulas*, Volume 7.,Blockage of the throat and diaphragm, counterflow of qi with abdominal cramping, and constipation.

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