Cinnamon Twig and Rhubarb Decoction

Cinnamon Twig and Rhubarb Decoction,For unresolved Taiyang exterior syndrome with internal excess heat and stagnation, abdominal distension and fullness, and constipation.

Formulas Name : Cinnamon Twig and Rhubarb Decoction

Chinese Name : 桂枝加大黄汤

Drug Formulation

3 liang of Cinnamomum twig (peeled), 2 liang of rhubarb, 6 liang of peony root, 3 liang of fresh ginger, 2 liang of licorice (roasted), and 12 jujubes (split).

Source

*Treatise on Cold Damage*.

Benefits

For unresolved Taiyang exterior syndrome with internal excess heat and stagnation, abdominal distension and fullness, and constipation.

Instructions for Use

Boil with 7 sheng of water until reduced to 3 sheng; take 1 sheng per dose, strain, and drink while warm, three times daily.

Cinnamon Twig and Rhubarb Decoction,*Treatise on Cold Damage*.,For unresolved Taiyang exterior syndrome with internal excess heat and stagnation, abdominal distension and fullness, and constipation.

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