Cornus and Oak Decoction，*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 7.，A man who drank alcohol year-round without regard for contraindications would indulge in drunkenness and engage in sexual activity, leading to excessive seminal emission. Over time, this severely damaged his spleen qi, resulting in watery diarrhea. Upon exposure to wind-cold, he suffered uncontrollable diarrhea, with stools as loose as porridge and resembling undigested food.
Cornus and Oak Decoction
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Formulas Name : Cornus and Oak Decoction
Chinese Name : 萸柞汤
Drug Formulation
Cornus officinalis 1 qian, Oak twigs 2 qian, Cinnamon bark 2 qian, Schisandra berries 2 qian, Chinese yam 1 liang, Poria 1 liang.
Source
*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 7.
Benefits
A man who drank alcohol year-round without regard for contraindications would indulge in drunkenness and engage in sexual activity, leading to excessive seminal emission. Over time, this severely damaged his spleen qi, resulting in watery diarrhea. Upon exposure to wind-cold, he suffered uncontrollable diarrhea, with stools as loose as porridge and resembling undigested food.
Instructions for Use
Decoct in water and take orally. Recovery occurs after 10 doses.
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Cornus and Oak Decoction,A man who drank alcohol year-round without regard for contraindications would indulge in drunkenness and engage in sexual activity, leading to excessive seminal emission. Over time, this severely damaged his spleen qi, resulting in watery diarrhea. Upon exposure to wind-cold, he suffered uncontrollable diarrhea, with stools as loose as porridge and resembling undigested food.