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Diuretic and Qi-Boosting Decoction

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Diuretic and Qi-Boosting Decoction,Postpartum edema of the limbs with a lustrous complexion.

Formulas Name : Diuretic and Qi-Boosting Decoction

Chinese Name : 利水益气汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Ginseng, 3 qian of White Atractylodes, 1 qian of White Peony, 1 qian of Poria, 6 fen of Tangerine Peel, 8 fen of Papaya, 1 qian of Atractylodes Lancea, 1 qian of Magnolia Bark, 1 qian of Perilla Leaf, 1 qian of Akebia, and 1 qian of Abdominal Skin.

Source

From *Secret Manual of Pregnancy and Childbirth*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Postpartum edema of the limbs with a lustrous complexion.

Diuretic and Qi-Boosting Decoction,From *Secret Manual of Pregnancy and Childbirth*, Volume 2.,Postpartum edema of the limbs with a lustrous complexion.

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