Decoction for Dispelling Stagnation，*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 4.，Liver qi stagnation and discomfort, feeling restless as if something were missing; unable to recall current events, much like the forgetfulness of the elderly. Also treats various forms of stagnation; particularly suitable for cases of yin deficiency complicated by stagnation.
Decoction for Dispelling Stagnation
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Formulas Name : Decoction for Dispelling Stagnation
Chinese Name : 通郁汤
Drug Formulation
White Peony Root 1 liang, Poria Sclerotium 3 qian, Ginseng 2 qian, Prepared Rehmannia Root 3 qian, Scrophularia Root 3 qian, Ophiopogon Tuber 3 qian, Angelica Root 5 qian, Bupleurum Root 1 qian, Acorus Rhizome 0.5 fen, White Mustard Seed 2 qian, Atractylodes Root 5 qian.
Source
*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 4.
Benefits
Liver qi stagnation and discomfort, feeling restless as if something were missing; unable to recall current events, much like the forgetfulness of the elderly. Also treats various forms of stagnation; particularly suitable for cases of yin deficiency complicated by stagnation.
Instructions for Use
Decoct in water and take orally. After one dose, the depression is slightly relieved; after two doses, it is further relieved; after four doses, the depression is completely resolved.
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Decoction for Dispelling Stagnation,Liver qi stagnation and discomfort, feeling restless as if something were missing; unable to recall current events, much like the forgetfulness of the elderly. Also treats various forms of stagnation; particularly suitable for cases of yin deficiency complicated by stagnation.