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Formula for Dispelling Dampness and Resolving Phlegm

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Formula for Dispelling Dampness and Resolving Phlegm,Aching pain in the lower back.

Formulas Name : Formula for Dispelling Dampness and Resolving Phlegm

Chinese Name : 散湿饮

Drug Formulation

Atractylodes macrocephala 1 qian, Atractylodes lancea 1 qian, Stephania tetrandra 1 qian, Saposhnikovia divaricata 1 qian, Poria cocos 1 qian, Cinnamomum cassia 1 qian 5 fen, Gastrodia elata 1 qian 5 fen, Angelica sinensis 1 qian 5 fen.

Source

*The Jade Case*, Volume 5.

Benefits

Aching pain in the lower back.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water; add one cup of wine just before taking.

Formula for Dispelling Dampness and Resolving Phlegm,*The Jade Case*, Volume 5.,Aching pain in the lower back.

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