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