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Decoction of Cinnamon Twig with Chuanxiong and Fangfeng

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Decoction of Cinnamon Twig with Chuanxiong and Fangfeng,For relieving muscle spasms, fever, and spontaneous sweating, without aversion to cold.

Formulas Name : Decoction of Cinnamon Twig with Chuanxiong and Fangfeng

Chinese Name : 桂枝加川芎防风汤

Drug Formulation

1.5 liang of Guizhi, 1.5 liang of Shaoyao, 1.5 liang of fresh ginger, 1 liang of licorice, 1 liang of Fangfeng, 1 liang of Chuanxiong, and 6 jujubes.

Source

*This Matter Is Difficult to Know*.

Processing

Finely chop the ingredients.

Benefits

For relieving muscle spasms, fever, and spontaneous sweating, without aversion to cold.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 liang per dose; add 3 zhan of water, decoct until reduced to 1.5 zhan, strain, and take while warm.

Decoction of Cinnamon Twig with Chuanxiong and Fangfeng,*This Matter Is Difficult to Know*.,For relieving muscle spasms, fever, and spontaneous sweating, without aversion to cold.

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