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Angelica and Peony Decoction,Dysentery.

Formulas Name : Angelica and Peony Decoction

Chinese Name : 归芍汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Angelica sinensis, 1 qian 5 fen of Platycodon grandiflorus, 6 fen of Fructus Aurantii (roasted with flour, seeds removed), 3 qian of raw Paeonia lactiflora, 1 qian of Aquilaria agallocha (roasted wrapped in damp paper), 1 qian of Areca catechu, 7 fen of fried Glycyrrhiza uralensis.

Source

From *Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 3.

Benefits

Dysentery.

Instructions for Use

Add 3 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take orally.

Angelica and Peony Decoction，From *Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 3.，Dysentery.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026

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