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Diuretic and Spleen-Strengthening Decoction

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Diuretic and Spleen-Strengthening Decoction,Dampness arises internally, manifesting as swelling of the face and eyes, chest fullness and shortness of breath, loose stools, scanty and涩urine, and swelling of the legs and knees; the pulse is deep and slow.

Formulas Name : Diuretic and Spleen-Strengthening Decoction

Chinese Name : 利水实脾汤

Drug Formulation

Atractylodes lancea 8 fen, Atractylodes macrocephala 8 fen, Poria 8 fen, Tangerine peel 8 fen, Poria cocos 8 fen, Alisma 8 fen, Talc 8 fen, Cyperus rotundus 8 fen, Ligusticum chuanxiong 8 fen, Magnolia officinalis 8 fen, Amomum villosum 8 fen, Licorice 3 fen.

Source

*Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Dampness arises internally, manifesting as swelling of the face and eyes, chest fullness and shortness of breath, loose stools, scanty and涩urine, and swelling of the legs and knees; the pulse is deep and slow.

Instructions for Use

Add 3 slices of fresh ginger and 20 strands of lampwick to the above formula; decoct in water and take before meals.

Diuretic and Spleen-Strengthening Decoction,*Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 2.,Dampness arises internally, manifesting as swelling of the face and eyes, chest fullness and shortness of breath, loose stools, scanty and涩urine, and swelling of the legs and knees; the pulse is deep and slow.

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