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Chuanxiong-Danggui Liver-Draining Decoction

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Chuanxiong-Danggui Liver-Draining Decoction,Postpartum blood stasis flowing into the Liver Meridian, causing distension and pain under the ribs that cannot be pressed.

Formulas Name : Chuanxiong-Danggui Liver-Draining Decoction

Chinese Name : 芎归泻肝汤

Drug Formulation

Angelica sinensis root (with tail) 2 qian, Chuanxiong 2 qian, Green tangerine peel 2 qian, Fructus Aurantii 2 qian, Cyperus rotundus (soaked in a child’s urine) 2 qian, Safflower 2 qian, Peach kernel 2 qian.

Source

*Wan’s Gynecology*, Volume 3.

Benefits

Postpartum blood stasis flowing into the Liver Meridian, causing distension and pain under the ribs that cannot be pressed.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water; add 1 zhong of a child’s urine and 1 zhong of wine before taking.

Chuanxiong-Danggui Liver-Draining Decoction,*Wan’s Gynecology*, Volume 3.,Postpartum blood stasis flowing into the Liver Meridian, causing distension and pain under the ribs that cannot be pressed.

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