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Decoction of Artemisia, Gardenia, and Coptis (Three-Ingredient Decoction)

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Decoction of Artemisia, Gardenia, and Coptis (Three-Ingredient Decoction),Bowel movements are spontaneous and the stool is yellow.

Formulas Name : Decoction of Artemisia, Gardenia, and Coptis (Three-Ingredient Decoction)

Chinese Name : 茵陈栀子黄连三物汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Artemisia capillaris, 2 qian of Gardenia, 2 qian of Coptis.

Source

From *Illustrated Songs on Cold Damage and Essential Guidelines for Saving Lives*, Volume 4.

Benefits

Bowel movements are spontaneous and the stool is yellow.

Instructions for Use

Add 2 zhan of water, decoct until reduced to 8 fen, strain, and drink.

Decoction of Artemisia, Gardenia, and Coptis (Three-Ingredient Decoction),From *Illustrated Songs on Cold Damage and Essential Guidelines for Saving Lives*, Volume 4.,Bowel movements are spontaneous and the stool is yellow.

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