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Atractylodes, Poria, and Dried Ginger Decoction

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Atractylodes, Poria, and Dried Ginger Decoction,For summer-heat-induced wind-dampness syndrome, characterized by restlessness and thirst with a strong urge to drink, pain and agitation in the chest and abdomen, dry mouth and a greasy complexion, sporadic chills, aversion to wind, slight sweating, and an inability to eat despite hunger.

Formulas Name : Atractylodes, Poria, and Dried Ginger Decoction

Chinese Name : 白术茯苓干姜汤

Drug Formulation

Atractylodes macrocephala, Dried Ginger, Poria cocos, Asarum, Cinnamon Bark, Dried Pueraria root, Licorice (roasted), Tangerine Peel, Black Plum, and Fermented Soybeans—all in equal parts.

Source

*San Yin*, Volume 5.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For summer-heat-induced wind-dampness syndrome, characterized by restlessness and thirst with a strong urge to drink, pain and agitation in the chest and abdomen, dry mouth and a greasy complexion, sporadic chills, aversion to wind, slight sweating, and an inability to eat despite hunger.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose, dissolved in plain hot water.

Atractylodes, Poria, and Dried Ginger Decoction,*San Yin*, Volume 5.,For summer-heat-induced wind-dampness syndrome, characterized by restlessness and thirst with a strong urge to drink, pain and agitation in the chest and abdomen, dry mouth and a greasy complexion, sporadic chills, aversion to wind, slight sweating, and an inability to eat despite hunger.

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