Spleen-Drying Decoction

Spleen-Drying Decoction,Deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach, with excessive dampness causing unrelenting diarrhea.

Formulas Name : Spleen-Drying Decoction

Chinese Name : 燥脾汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian Atractylodes macrocephala, 1.5 qian Poria cocos, 1 qian licorice (roasted), 1 qian dried ginger (roasted), 1 qian Amomum villosum (roasted and ground), 1 qian Agastache rugosa, 1 qian Cinnamomum cassia, 1 qian Myristica fragrans (steamed with rice or bread).

Source

*Huiyue*, Volume 10.

Benefits

Deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach, with excessive dampness causing unrelenting diarrhea.

Instructions for Use

Red dates and ginger serve as guides.

Spleen-Drying Decoction,*Huiyue*, Volume 10.,Deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach, with excessive dampness causing unrelenting diarrhea.

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