Formula for Regulating the Spleen, Harmonizing the Middle, and Transforming Dampness (Paste)

Formula for Regulating the Spleen, Harmonizing the Middle, and Transforming Dampness (Paste),

Formulas Name : Formula for Regulating the Spleen, Harmonizing the Middle, and Transforming Dampness (Paste)

Chinese Name : 理脾调中化湿膏

Drug Formulation

6 qian of Lu Dangshen, 3 qian of Yu Shu (raw or stir-fried), 3 qian of Guangpi, 3 qian of Jianglian (ground), 4 qian of stir-fried Shenqu, 4 qian of stir-fried Guya (ground), 3 qian of Kesha (ground), 6 qian of Maidong, 6 qian of Yunfuling, 4 qian of Zhi Xiangfu (ground), 3 qian of Huogeng, and 4 qian of Zhi Cao.

Source

*Selected and Commented Medical Formulas of Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu*.

Instructions for Use

Decoct the above herbs in water until thoroughly infused, strain out the residue, then boil down to a concentrated decoction. Add a small amount of refined honey to form a paste. Take 1 spoonful per dose, washed down with plain boiled water.

Formula for Regulating the Spleen, Harmonizing the Middle, and Transforming Dampness (Paste),*Selected and Commented Medical Formulas of Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu*.,

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