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Enhanced Angelica and White Peony Decoction

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Enhanced Angelica and White Peony Decoction,Deficiency of liver blood leads to liver dryness and qi reversal; even the slightest disappointment causes anger to fill the chest, which cannot be dispelled, resulting in unceasing irritation and resentment.

Formulas Name : Enhanced Angelica and White Peony Decoction

Chinese Name : 加味归芍汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Angelica sinensis, 1 liang of white peony root, 5 qian of raw rehmannia root, 5 qian of ophiopogon tuber, 2 qian of trichosanthes root, and 2 qian of stir-fried gardenia fruit.

Source

*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 10.

Benefits

Deficiency of liver blood leads to liver dryness and qi reversal; even the slightest disappointment causes anger to fill the chest, which cannot be dispelled, resulting in unceasing irritation and resentment.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Enhanced Angelica and White Peony Decoction，*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 10.，Deficiency of liver blood leads to liver dryness and qi reversal; even the slightest disappointment causes anger to fill the chest, which cannot be dispelled, resulting in unceasing irritation and resentment.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 25, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 25, 2026

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