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Blood-Nourishing Decoction

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Blood-Nourishing Decoction,For blood deficiency with scanty menstrual flow.

Formulas Name : Blood-Nourishing Decoction

Chinese Name : 生血汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Angelica sinensis root, 3 qian of prepared Rehmannia root, 1 qian of Chuanxiong, 1 qian of white peony root, 8 fen of safflower, 8 fen of mugwort, and 3 fen of wood fragrant.

Source

From *Songya Zunsheng*, Volume 14.

Benefits

For blood deficiency with scanty menstrual flow.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Blood-Nourishing Decoction,From *Songya Zunsheng*, Volume 14.,For blood deficiency with scanty menstrual flow.

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