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Formula for Regulating the Spleen and Eliminating Dampness

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Formula for Regulating the Spleen and Eliminating Dampness,Various symptoms associated with the “Five Types of Fluid Retention.”

Formulas Name : Formula for Regulating the Spleen and Eliminating Dampness

Chinese Name : 理脾涤饮方

Drug Formulation

Northern Astragalus 5 qian, White Atractylodes 5 qian, Pinellia seeds 3 qian, Amomum villosum 1 qian, Processed Dried Ginger 1 qian, White Cardamom seeds 1 qian (ground into powder).

Source

*Medical Case Records of the Qi Family*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Various symptoms associated with the “Five Types of Fluid Retention.”

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water, mix with the white cardamom powder, and take while warm.

Formula for Regulating the Spleen and Eliminating Dampness,*Medical Case Records of the Qi Family*, Volume 2.,Various symptoms associated with the “Five Types of Fluid Retention.”

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