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Decoction for Nourishing Yin and Tonifying Qi

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Decoction for Nourishing Yin and Tonifying Qi,For deficiency of both qi and yin, resulting in an inability to restrain fire, causing fire to stray from its meridian channels; symptoms may include hematochezia or tidal fever, with a soft and rapid pulse.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Nourishing Yin and Tonifying Qi

Chinese Name : 补阴益气煎

Drug Formulation

Raw Rehmannia 5 qian, Ginseng 3 qian, Chinese Yam 3 qian (roasted), Donkey-hide Gelatin 3 qian (roasted with clam powder), White Peony Root 1.5 qian (roasted), Fried Licorice 1.5 qian, Bupleurum 0.5 fen, Poria Sclerotium 1.5 qian (wood removed), Astragalus 3 qian (honey-fried).

Source

From *Six Treatises on Medicine* (Yi Lue Liu Shu), Volume 18.

Benefits

For deficiency of both qi and yin, resulting in an inability to restrain fire, causing fire to stray from its meridian channels; symptoms may include hematochezia or tidal fever, with a soft and rapid pulse.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water, strain, and take while warm.

Decoction for Nourishing Yin and Tonifying Qi,From *Six Treatises on Medicine* (Yi Lue Liu Shu), Volume 18.,For deficiency of both qi and yin, resulting in an inability to restrain fire, causing fire to stray from its meridian channels; symptoms may include hematochezia or tidal fever, with a soft and rapid pulse.

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