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Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Rehmannia Decoction

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Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Rehmannia Decoction,For spleen deficiency and liver dryness, where wood energy is stagnant and overpowers earth energy, presenting with abdominal pain, reduced appetite, and a strong desire to drink water.

Formulas Name : Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Rehmannia Decoction

Chinese Name : 桂枝丹皮地黄汤

Drug Formulation

Gui Zhi 3 qian, Shao Yao 3 qian, Gan Cao 2 qian, Dan Pi 3 qian, Di Huang 3 qian, Dang Gui 3 qian.

Source

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

Benefits

For spleen deficiency and liver dryness, where wood energy is stagnant and overpowers earth energy, presenting with abdominal pain, reduced appetite, and a strong desire to drink water.

Instructions for Use

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

Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Rehmannia Decoction,*Source of the Hearts of the Four Sages*, Volume 10.,For spleen deficiency and liver dryness, where wood energy is stagnant and overpowers earth energy, presenting with abdominal pain, reduced appetite, and a strong desire to drink water.

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