Dugu Decoction

Dugu Decoction,Wind-cold invades the spleen, causing counterflow qi to rise and attack, resulting in abdominal pain.

Formulas Name : Dugu Decoction

Chinese Name : 独桂汤

Drug Formulation

Pungent cassia twigs (with coarse bark removed).

Source

From *Zhi Zhi*, Volume 6.

Processing

Finely chop the ingredients.

Benefits

Wind-cold invades the spleen, causing counterflow qi to rise and attack, resulting in abdominal pain.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose, decoct in water, and take before meals; or grind into a powder, decoct with Perilla, and take while hot.

Dugu Decoction,From *Zhi Zhi*, Volume 6.,Wind-cold invades the spleen, causing counterflow qi to rise and attack, resulting in abdominal pain.

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