Wuling Decoction

Wuling Decoction,For water-retention disorders, regardless of how long they have persisted, characterized by severe swelling and labored breathing so severe that the patient can barely survive, take this formula within 100 days after recovery from the Fangji Decoction.

Formulas Name : Wuling Decoction

Chinese Name : 五灵汤

Drug Formulation

Pimpinella (stir-fried through paper) 1 liang, Akebia (chopped) 1 liang, Red Poria (black skin removed) 1 liang, Stephania (chopped) 1 liang, Aged Tangerine Peel (white pith removed, roasted) 1 liang.

Source

From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 79.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For water-retention disorders, regardless of how long they have persisted, characterized by severe swelling and labored breathing so severe that the patient can barely survive, take this formula within 100 days after recovery from the Fangji Decoction.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian bi per dose; add 1 zhan of water, decoct until it boils 2–3 times, strain, and drink the liquid. Discontinue use if you feel feverish.

Wuling Decoction,From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 79.,For water-retention disorders, regardless of how long they have persisted, characterized by severe swelling and labored breathing so severe that the patient can barely survive, take this formula within 100 days after recovery from the Fangji Decoction.

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