Duhuo and Kudzu Root Decoction

Duhuo and Kudzu Root Decoction,For wind-dampness syndrome, body pain, weakness and limpness in the limbs with difficulty moving them, and postpartum wind-dampness syndrome. For aversion to wind and toxic qi, weakness and lack of strength in the legs, stubborn arthralgia, numbness in the limbs, loss of voice and inability to speak, and toxic qi invading the heart.

Formulas Name : Duhuo and Kudzu Root Decoction

Chinese Name : 独活葛根汤

Drug Formulation

3 liang of Duhuo, 3 liang of Cinnamon Bark, 3 liang of Dried Rehmannia, 3 liang of Kudzu Root, 3 liang of Peony Root, 6 liang of Fresh Ginger, 2 liang of Ephedra (knots removed), and 2 liang of Licorice (roasted).

Source

From the *Wai Tai* (Vol. 14), annotation citing the *Fan-Wang Formulas*.

Processing

Cut the ingredients as directed.

Benefits

For wind-dampness syndrome, body pain, weakness and limpness in the limbs with difficulty moving them, and postpartum wind-dampness syndrome. For aversion to wind and toxic qi, weakness and lack of strength in the legs, stubborn arthralgia, numbness in the limbs, loss of voice and inability to speak, and toxic qi invading the heart.

Instructions for Use

Boil with 3 sheng of clear wine and 5 sheng of water until reduced to 3 sheng; take 5 he while warm, three times a day.

Note

Avoid raw scallions, wild mustard, seaweed, and Chinese cabbage.

Duhuo and Kudzu Root Decoction,From the *Wai Tai* (Vol. 14), annotation citing the *Fan-Wang Formulas*.,For wind-dampness syndrome, body pain, weakness and limpness in the limbs with difficulty moving them, and postpartum wind-dampness syndrome. For aversion to wind and toxic qi, weakness and lack of strength in the legs, stubborn arthralgia, numbness in the limbs, loss of voice and inability to speak, and toxic qi invading the heart.

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