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Five-Depression Decoction

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Five-Depression Decoction,Various types of stagnation.

Formulas Name : Five-Depression Decoction

Chinese Name : 五郁汤

Drug Formulation

Cyperus, Chuanxiong, Green Tangerine Peel, Gardenia, Shenqu, Licorice.

Source

*Yi Tong*, Volume 26.

Benefits

Various types of stagnation.

Instructions for Use

Add 3 slices of fresh ginger to 1.5 zhan of water; decoct until reduced to 8 fen; take after a meal.

Five-Depression Decoction,*Yi Tong*, Volume 26.,Various types of stagnation.

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