Angelica and Prunus Seed Decoction

Angelica and Prunus Seed Decoction,For hemorrhoidal fistulas with hard stools; straining causes bleeding from the anal opening; unbearable pain; intestinal heat and dryness leading to difficulty defecating.

Formulas Name : Angelica and Prunus Seed Decoction

Chinese Name : 当归郁李仁汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of Prunus mume seeds, 1 qian of soapberry seeds, 7 fen of Trifoliate orange fruit, 5 fen of Gentiana macrophylla, 5 fen of hemp seeds, 5 fen of Angelica sinensis tips, 5 fen of raw Rehmannia root, 5 fen of Atractylodes lancea, 3 fen of rhubarb (roasted), and 3 fen of Alisma orientale.

Source

From *Lan Shi Mi Cang*, Volume 2.

Processing

Coarsely chop the ingredients into pieces the size of sesame or bean seeds.

Benefits

For hemorrhoidal fistulas with hard stools; straining causes bleeding from the anal opening; unbearable pain; intestinal heat and dryness leading to difficulty defecating.

Instructions for Use

Except for the soapberry seeds, which should be ground into a powder separately, use 3 zhan of water and decoct until reduced to 1 zhan. Strain out the residue, mix in the soapberry seed powder, and take on an empty stomach before meals.

Note

Avoid exposure to wind and cold; abstain from sexual activity, alcohol, damp foods, and highly pungent or hot foods.

Angelica and Prunus Seed Decoction,From *Lan Shi Mi Cang*, Volume 2.,For hemorrhoidal fistulas with hard stools; straining causes bleeding from the anal opening; unbearable pain; intestinal heat and dryness leading to difficulty defecating.

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