Atractylodes and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

Atractylodes and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,For cases where wind-wood impairs the spleen, manifesting as fever and diarrhea, with a string-like and deficient pulse.

Formulas Name : Atractylodes and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

Chinese Name : 白术桂枝汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Atractylodes macrocephala (roasted), 1.5 qian of Cinnamomum cassia, 1.5 qian of Paeonia lactiflora, 0.8 fen of licorice (roasted), 3 jujubes, and 3 slices of fresh ginger.

Source

*Six Books on Medicine* (Yi Lue Liu Shu), Volume 25.

Benefits

For cases where wind-wood impairs the spleen, manifesting as fever and diarrhea, with a string-like and deficient pulse.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water, strain, and take while warm.

Atractylodes and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,*Six Books on Medicine* (Yi Lue Liu Shu), Volume 25.,For cases where wind-wood impairs the spleen, manifesting as fever and diarrhea, with a string-like and deficient pulse.

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