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Decoction for Regulating and Promoting Bowel Movements

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Decoction for Regulating and Promoting Bowel Movements,For women suffering from constipation and difficulty passing stools before or after childbirth.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Regulating and Promoting Bowel Movements

Chinese Name : 调导饮

Drug Formulation

4 qian of Angelica sinensis, 4 qian of Chuanxiong, 4 qian of Fangfeng, 4 qian of Trifoliate orange peel, and 2 qian of licorice (roasted).

Source

*Pu Ji Fang*, Volume 321.

Processing

Finely chop the ingredients.

Benefits

For women suffering from constipation and difficulty passing stools before or after childbirth.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add fresh ginger and jujubes, decoct in water, and take orally.

Note

Avoid wind-inducing foods.

Decoction for Regulating and Promoting Bowel Movements,*Pu Ji Fang*, Volume 321.,For women suffering from constipation and difficulty passing stools before or after childbirth.

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