Chaihu Shaoyao Decoction

Chaihu Shaoyao Decoction,Damp-heat-induced low back pain, with a fine, rapid pulse at the left Guan position.

Formulas Name : Chaihu Shaoyao Decoction

Chinese Name : 柴胡芍药汤

Drug Formulation

Chaihu, Bai Shaoyao, Qingpi, Gou Teng, Xiangfu, Shan Zhi, Wuyao, Du Huo.

Source

From *Symptoms, Causes, Pulse, and Treatment*, Volume 1.

Benefits

Damp-heat-induced low back pain, with a fine, rapid pulse at the left Guan position.

Chaihu Shaoyao Decoction,From *Symptoms, Causes, Pulse, and Treatment*, Volume 1.,Damp-heat-induced low back pain, with a fine, rapid pulse at the left Guan position.

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