Ginseng and Astragalus Decoction to Regulate the Defensive Qi

Ginseng and Astragalus Decoction to Regulate the Defensive Qi,For postpartum cases characterized by extreme fatigue, profuse sweating, and a marked decline in both physical appearance and complexion.

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Astragalus Decoction to Regulate the Defensive Qi

Chinese Name : 参耆调卫汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of ginseng, 1 qian 5 fen of fried astragalus, 1 qian 5 fen of ephedra root, 2 qian of angelica root, 5 fen of cinnamon twig, 3 fen of saposhnikovia root, and 2 jujubes.

Source

From *Secret Manual on Pregnancy and Childbirth*, Volume 2.

Benefits

For postpartum cases characterized by extreme fatigue, profuse sweating, and a marked decline in both physical appearance and complexion.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Ginseng and Astragalus Decoction to Regulate the Defensive Qi,From *Secret Manual on Pregnancy and Childbirth*, Volume 2.,For postpartum cases characterized by extreme fatigue, profuse sweating, and a marked decline in both physical appearance and complexion.

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