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Cinnamon Twig and Black Poria Decoction

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Cinnamon Twig and Black Poria Decoction,For stroke with left-sided paralysis.

Formulas Name : Cinnamon Twig and Black Poria Decoction

Chinese Name : 桂枝乌苓汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Cinnamomum twig, 3 qian of Paeonia root, 2 qian of Glycyrrhiza root, 3 qian of Polygonum multiflorum root, 3 qian of Poria, 1 qian of Amomum fruit.

Source

*Source of the Hearts of the Four Sages*, Volume 7.

Benefits

For stroke with left-sided paralysis.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water to about half a cup; take while warm.

Cinnamon Twig and Black Poria Decoction,*Source of the Hearts of the Four Sages*, Volume 7.,For stroke with left-sided paralysis.

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