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Astragalus, Five Herbs, and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

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Astragalus, Five Herbs, and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,Nourishes qi, warms the meridians, harmonizes the blood, and relieves bi syndrome. Indicated for blood-bi syndrome. Numbness and loss of sensation in the skin and muscles; pulse faint,涩 (thready), and tight.

Formulas Name : Astragalus, Five Herbs, and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

Chinese Name : 黄芪五物桂枝汤

Drug Formulation

Astragalus 9g, Cinnamon Twig 9g, Peony Root 9g, Fresh Ginger 18g, Jujubes 4.

Source

*Essentials of the Golden Chamber*

Benefits

Nourishes qi, warms the meridians, harmonizes the blood, and relieves bi syndrome. Indicated for blood-bi syndrome. Numbness and loss of sensation in the skin and muscles; pulse faint,涩 (thready), and tight.

Instructions for Use

Combine the above herbs with 6 sheng of water; boil until reduced to 2 sheng; take 7 he while warm, three times daily.

Astragalus, Five Herbs, and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,*Essentials of the Golden Chamber*,Nourishes qi, warms the meridians, harmonizes the blood, and relieves bi syndrome. Indicated for blood-bi syndrome. Numbness and loss of sensation in the skin and muscles; pulse faint,涩 (thready), and tight.

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