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Coptis and Angelica Decoction

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Coptis and Angelica Decoction,For severe diarrhea due to cold in the abdomen, with undigested food and water.

Formulas Name : Coptis and Angelica Decoction

Chinese Name : 黄连当归汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Coptis (stems removed), 2 liang of Angelica sinensis (sliced, roasted), 2 liang of Licorice (roasted, coarsely chopped), and 4 liang of sour pomegranate peel (coarsely chopped, stir-fried).

Source

From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 74.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For severe diarrhea due to cold in the abdomen, with undigested food and water.

Instructions for Use

Take 5 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water, decoct until reduced to 8 fen, strain, and take warm on an empty stomach before meals.

Coptis and Angelica Decoction,From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 74.,For severe diarrhea due to cold in the abdomen, with undigested food and water.

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