Decoction of Three Yellows and Gypsum

Decoction of Three Yellows and Gypsum,When summer-heat toxin has penetrated deeply, causing internal heat accumulation, manifested by delirium, restlessness, and thirst; aversion to clothing; severe constipation; and dark, scanty, and painful urination.

Formulas Name : Decoction of Three Yellows and Gypsum

Chinese Name : 三黄石膏汤

Drug Formulation

Coptis (Huanglian) 2 qian, Phellodendron (Huangbai) 1 qian, Gardenia (Shanzhi) 1 qian, Scrophularia (Xuanshen) 1 qian, Scutellaria (Huangqin) 1 qian 5 fen, Anemarrhena (Zhimu) 1 qian 5 fen, Gypsum (Shigao) 3 qian, Licorice (Gancao) 7 fen.

Source

*Zhun Sheng: Categorized Formulas*, Volume 1.

Benefits

When summer-heat toxin has penetrated deeply, causing internal heat accumulation, manifested by delirium, restlessness, and thirst; aversion to clothing; severe constipation; and dark, scanty, and painful urination.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Decoction of Three Yellows and Gypsum,*Zhun Sheng: Categorized Formulas*, Volume 1.,When summer-heat toxin has penetrated deeply, causing internal heat accumulation, manifested by delirium, restlessness, and thirst; aversion to clothing; severe constipation; and dark, scanty, and painful urination.

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