Yinchenhao Decoction

Yinchenhao Decoction,Yellow sweat, persistent fever, and difficulty with urination and defecation.

Formulas Name : Yinchenhao Decoction

Chinese Name : 茵陈蒿汤

Drug Formulation

Yinchenhao 1 liang, Red Peony Root 1 liang, Licorice (roasted, coarsely chopped) 1 liang, Akebia Stem (coarsely chopped) 1 liang, Red Poria (with black skin removed) 1 liang, Astragalus Root (coarsely chopped) 1 liang, Rhubarb (coarsely chopped, stir-fried) 2 liang.

Source

Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 55); name cited in *Shengji Zonglu* (Vol. 61).

Processing

Chop the ingredients into pieces the size of sesame seeds or beans.

Benefits

Yellow sweat, persistent fever, and difficulty with urination and defecation.

Instructions for Use

Take 5 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water, decoct until reduced to 8 fen, strain, and take while warm. Take another dose after walking 10 li. Continue until urination and defecation are unimpeded.

Yinchenhao Decoction,Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 55); name cited in *Shengji Zonglu* (Vol. 61).,Yellow sweat, persistent fever, and difficulty with urination and defecation.

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