Ginger Wu-Ling Decoction

Ginger Wu-Ling Decoction,In the spring, drinking large amounts of cold water damages the spleen, while excessive alcohol consumption damages the qi.

Formulas Name : Ginger Wu-Ling Decoction

Chinese Name : 生姜五苓汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of ginger, 1 qian of Poria cocos, 1 qian of Alisma orientale, 1 qian of Atractylodes macrocephala, 1 qian of Poria cocos (white), 1 qian of Pinellia ternata, 1 qian of Fructus Aurantii, and 3 fen of licorice.

Source

From *Yi Bian*, Volume 2.

Benefits

In the spring, drinking large amounts of cold water damages the spleen, while excessive alcohol consumption damages the qi.

Instructions for Use

Decoct 1.5 zhong of water until reduced to 7 fen; take while warm. Induce a light sweat.

Ginger Wu-Ling Decoction,From *Yi Bian*, Volume 2.,In the spring, drinking large amounts of cold water damages the spleen, while excessive alcohol consumption damages the qi.

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