Fangfeng and Red Peony Decoction

Fangfeng and Red Peony Decoction,For postpartum stagnation of blood, unresolved damp-heat descending to cause beriberi, with persistent redness, swelling, and pain in the shins, and a rapid,涩, and large pulse.

Formulas Name : Fangfeng and Red Peony Decoction

Chinese Name : 防风赤芍汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Double Stephania, 3 liang of Wood Stephania, 1.5 liang of Red Peony Root, 2 liang of Qin Jiao (flesh), 5 liang of Coix Seed, 3 liang of Xuan Mu Guo, 3 liang of Sichuan Dipsacus (wine-fried), 3 liang of Du Niuxi (wine-fried).

Source

*Six Books of Medical Essentials*, Volume 30.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For postpartum stagnation of blood, unresolved damp-heat descending to cause beriberi, with persistent redness, swelling, and pain in the shins, and a rapid,涩, and large pulse.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; decoct in water, strain, and drink while warm.

Fangfeng and Red Peony Decoction,*Six Books of Medical Essentials*, Volume 30.,For postpartum stagnation of blood, unresolved damp-heat descending to cause beriberi, with persistent redness, swelling, and pain in the shins, and a rapid,涩, and large pulse.

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