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Authentic Four-Ingredient Decoction

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Authentic Four-Ingredient Decoction,For severe postpartum deficiency of qi and blood, coupled with weakness of the spleen and stomach, leading to the decline of the Nourishing and Defensive Qi, resulting in sudden heavy bleeding in clots resembling menorrhagia.

Formulas Name : Authentic Four-Ingredient Decoction

Chinese Name : 正经四物汤

Drug Formulation

Angelica sinensis 5 qian, White Cockscomb Flower 5 qian, White Peony Root 4 qian, Atractylodes macrocephala 4 qian, Cyperus rotundus (roasted) 4 qian, Prepared Rehmannia Root 2 qian, Chuanxiong 2 qian, Ginseng 2 qian, Donkey-hide Gelatin (roasted) 2 qian,Poria 2 qian, Platycladus leaf (roasted) 2 qian, Jujube seed 2 qian, Tangerine peel (white pith removed) 2 qian, Roasted Polygonum seed 2 qian, Fried licorice root 1 qian.

Source

From *Essentials of Gynecology*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For severe postpartum deficiency of qi and blood, coupled with weakness of the spleen and stomach, leading to the decline of the Nourishing and Defensive Qi, resulting in sudden heavy bleeding in clots resembling menorrhagia.

Instructions for Use

Divide into 6 doses. Add 3 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take orally.

Authentic Four-Ingredient Decoction,From *Essentials of Gynecology*, Volume 3.,For severe postpartum deficiency of qi and blood, coupled with weakness of the spleen and stomach, leading to the decline of the Nourishing and Defensive Qi, resulting in sudden heavy bleeding in clots resembling menorrhagia.

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