Decoction for Dispelling Stagnation

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.

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.

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.

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