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Enhanced Dampness-Eliminating Decoction

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Enhanced Dampness-Eliminating Decoction,Dysentery with a damp pattern. Pain throughout the body; a heavy, swollen, and sallow complexion; and diarrhea resembling bean porridge.

Formulas Name : Enhanced Dampness-Eliminating Decoction

Chinese Name : 加味除湿汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang Pinellia Rhizome Fermented with Rice Malt, 1 liang Magnolia Bark (coarse outer bark removed, processed with ginger juice), 1 liang Atractylodes Rhizome (roasted), 5 qian Agastache Leaves, 5 qian Tangerine Peel (roasted), 5 qian Poria, 1 qian Licorice Root, 3 qian Cassia Bark, 3 qian Wood Fragrance.

Source

From *De Xiao*, Volume 6.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

Dysentery with a damp pattern. Pain throughout the body; a heavy, swollen, and sallow complexion; and diarrhea resembling bean porridge.

Instructions for Use

Take 4 qian per dose. Add 1.5 zhan of water, 3 slices of fresh ginger, and 2 red dates. Decoct in water and take on an empty stomach. Concurrently, take Wuling Powder to promote urination.

Enhanced Dampness-Eliminating Decoction,From *De Xiao*, Volume 6.,Dysentery with a damp pattern. Pain throughout the body; a heavy, swollen, and sallow complexion; and diarrhea resembling bean porridge.

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