Decoction of Trifoliate Orange, Peony, Dried Ginger, and Licorice

Decoction of Trifoliate Orange, Peony, Dried Ginger, and Licorice,For cases of cold-induced qi reversal and persistent diarrhea following sweating or purgation due to cold in the treatment of cold-induced fever.

Formulas Name : Decoction of Trifoliate Orange, Peony, Dried Ginger, and Licorice

Chinese Name : 枳实芍药干姜甘草汤

Drug Formulation

Peony root (Bai Shao) half liang, Licorice (Gan Cao) half liang, Bitter Orange Fruit (Zhi Shi; fried with wheat bran) half liang, Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang; roasted) half liang.

Source

*Yunqi Zi’s Collection for Preserving Life*, Volume 2.

Processing

Finely chop the ingredients.

Benefits

For cases of cold-induced qi reversal and persistent diarrhea following sweating or purgation due to cold in the treatment of cold-induced fever.

Instructions for Use

Take 5 qian per dose; decoct in water and drink.

Decoction of Trifoliate Orange, Peony, Dried Ginger, and Licorice,*Yunqi Zi’s Collection for Preserving Life*, Volume 2.,For cases of cold-induced qi reversal and persistent diarrhea following sweating or purgation due to cold in the treatment of cold-induced fever.

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