Water Dropwort Decoction

Water Dropwort Decoction,For various pre- and postpartum disorders and traumatic injuries.

Formulas Name : Water Dropwort Decoction

Chinese Name : 莕菜汤

Drug Formulation

Dang Gui, Chuan Xiong, Shao Yao, Ren Shen, Bai Zhu, Huang Qin, Huang Lian, Ding Zi, Chen Xiang, Mu Xiang, Rou Gui, and Ping Peng Gen—each in equal parts; Gan Cao reduced by half (one formula adds Yu Jin and Shu Di Huang).

Source

From *Introduction to Obstetrics: Appendix*.

Processing

Coarsely chop the ingredients. Except for Clove, Agarwood, Frankincense, and Cinnamon, roast the remaining herbs until golden yellow.

Benefits

For various pre- and postpartum disorders and traumatic injuries.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; decoct in water and drink.

Water Dropwort Decoction,From *Introduction to Obstetrics: Appendix*.,For various pre- and postpartum disorders and traumatic injuries.

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