Five Gentlemen Decoction

Five Gentlemen Decoction,For deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach, with vomiting and diarrhea complicated by dampness.

Formulas Name : Five Gentlemen Decoction

Chinese Name : 五君子煎

Drug Formulation

2–3 qian of ginseng, 2 qian of white atractylodes, 2 qian of poria, 1 qian of fried licorice, and 1–2 qian of dried ginger (stir-fried until golden).

Source

From *The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.

Benefits

For deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach, with vomiting and diarrhea complicated by dampness.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in 1.5 zhong of water and take orally.

Five Gentlemen Decoction,From *The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.,For deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach, with vomiting and diarrhea complicated by dampness.

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