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Decoction for Tonifying Yang and Nourishing Yin,For cases of “dwindling vital fluids” due to yin deficiency.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Tonifying Yang and Nourishing Yin

Chinese Name : 补阳滋阴汤

Drug Formulation

Angelica sinensis root 4 qian, Ginseng 2 qian, Astragalus 4 qian, Raw turtle shell 4 qian, Raw oyster shell 4 qian, Anemarrhena rhizome 3 qian, Taxus seed 3 qian, Cudrania tricuspidata 3 qian, Scrophularia root 5 qian, Dendrobium officinale 3 qian, Plantain seed 3 qian (wrapped separately), Cistanche 3 qian, Licorice root 1 qian.

Source

*Clinical Notes on Ophthalmology*.

Benefits

For cases of “dwindling vital fluids” due to yin deficiency.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Decoction for Tonifying Yang and Nourishing Yin，*Clinical Notes on Ophthalmology*.，For cases of “dwindling vital fluids” due to yin deficiency.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 19, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 19, 2026

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