Cinnamon Twig, Ginger, Poria, and Oyster Shell Decoction

Cinnamon Twig, Ginger, Poria, and Oyster Shell Decoction,Excessive uterine bleeding.

Formulas Name : Cinnamon Twig, Ginger, Poria, and Oyster Shell Decoction

Chinese Name : 桂枝姜苓牡蛎汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of licorice, 3 qian of Poria, 3 qian of Cinnamomum twig, 3 qian of white peony root, 3 qian of dried ginger, 3 qian of Moutan bark, and 3 qian of oyster shell.

Source

*Source of the Hearts of the Four Sages*, Volume 10.

Benefits

Excessive uterine bleeding.

Instructions for Use

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

Cinnamon Twig, Ginger, Poria, and Oyster Shell Decoction,*Source of the Hearts of the Four Sages*, Volume 10.,Excessive uterine bleeding.

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