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Coptis and Evodia Decoction

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Coptis and Evodia Decoction,Persistent white dysentery caused by accumulated cold, which has progressed to red-black bloody discharge resembling rotten fish brains, accompanied by intestinal pain and emaciation to the point of being unable to eat or drink.

Formulas Name : Coptis and Evodia Decoction

Chinese Name : 黄连茱萸汤

Drug Formulation

4 liang of Coptis, 1 liang of Evodia, 1 liang of Angelica, and 3 liang of pomegranate peel.

Source

From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Pujifang), Volume 211.

Benefits

Persistent white dysentery caused by accumulated cold, which has progressed to red-black bloody discharge resembling rotten fish brains, accompanied by intestinal pain and emaciation to the point of being unable to eat or drink.

Instructions for Use

Soak the Coptis in 3 sheng of water overnight; the next morning, add another 3 sheng of water, boil down to 3 sheng, and divide into 3 doses.

Coptis and Evodia Decoction,From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Pujifang), Volume 211.,Persistent white dysentery caused by accumulated cold, which has progressed to red-black bloody discharge resembling rotten fish brains, accompanied by intestinal pain and emaciation to the point of being unable to eat or drink.

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