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Fennel Four-Reversal Decoction

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Fennel Four-Reversal Decoction,Directly targets the Shao Yin channel; treats kidney qi reversal, abdominal pain with loose stools, cold extremities, and clear, copious urination.

Formulas Name : Fennel Four-Reversal Decoction

Chinese Name : 茴香四逆汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Fennel, 3 qian of Aconite, 1 qian of Dried Ginger, 2 qian of Polygala, 5 qian of Eucommia, 2 qian of Poria, 0.5 fen of Licorice, and 3 jujubes.

Source

From *Yichun Shengyi*, Volume 1.

Benefits

Directly targets the Shao Yin channel; treats kidney qi reversal, abdominal pain with loose stools, cold extremities, and clear, copious urination.

Instructions for Use

Decoct 2 zhong of water until reduced to 1 zhong; take while warm.

Fennel Four-Reversal Decoction,From *Yichun Shengyi*, Volume 1.,Directly targets the Shao Yin channel; treats kidney qi reversal, abdominal pain with loose stools, cold extremities, and clear, copious urination.

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