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Euryale and Atractylodes Decoction

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Euryale and Atractylodes Decoction,Initially, the upper body swells, followed by the lower body; over time, the entire body becomes swollen, accompanied by shortness of breath and coughing so severe that the patient cannot lie down, and the lower abdomen takes on a glossy appearance.

Formulas Name : Euryale and Atractylodes Decoction

Chinese Name : 芡术汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Atractylodes macrocephala, 2 liang of Euryale seed, 1 liang of Poria cocos, 1 qian of Cinnamomum cassia, and 5 qian of Plantago seed.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 5.

Benefits

Initially, the upper body swells, followed by the lower body; over time, the entire body becomes swollen, accompanied by shortness of breath and coughing so severe that the patient cannot lie down, and the lower abdomen takes on a glossy appearance.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally. After 2 doses, the swelling subsides slightly; after 4 doses, it subsides further; after 10 doses, the condition is cured.

Euryale and Atractylodes Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 5.,Initially, the upper body swells, followed by the lower body; over time, the entire body becomes swollen, accompanied by shortness of breath and coughing so severe that the patient cannot lie down, and the lower abdomen takes on a glossy appearance.

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