Decoction of Rheum

Decoction of Rheum,For postpartum masses and blood clots attacking the heart and abdomen, which cause immediate fainting upon onset; also effective for expelling retained fetal tissue.

Formulas Name : Decoction of Rheum

Chinese Name : 大黄煎

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Sichuan rhubarb (chopped and lightly roasted), 1 liang of Chinese honeysuckle flower (tossed in vinegar and roasted until dry), 1 liang of Curcuma zedoaria, 1 liang of sodium carbonate, 1 liang of peach kernels (soaked in hot water, with skin, tip, and double kernels removed, then stir-fried with bran until slightly yellow), and half a fen of cinnabar powder.

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 79.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For postpartum masses and blood clots attacking the heart and abdomen, which cause immediate fainting upon onset; also effective for expelling retained fetal tissue.

Instructions for Use

In an iron vessel, simmer 2 sheng of vinegar over low heat until the mixture reaches the desired consistency, then add rice flour and stir until uniform. Take 1 teaspoon per dose, mixed with warm wine on an empty stomach.

Decoction of Rheum,From *Shenghui*, Volume 79.,For postpartum masses and blood clots attacking the heart and abdomen, which cause immediate fainting upon onset; also effective for expelling retained fetal tissue.

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