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Four Gentlemen Decoction with Peony and Galangal

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Four Gentlemen Decoction with Peony and Galangal,For vomiting, diarrhea, and muscle cramps, accompanied by abdominal pain and a heavy sensation in the body, with a deep and fine pulse.

Formulas Name : Four Gentlemen Decoction with Peony and Galangal

Chinese Name : 四君子加芍药高良姜汤

Drug Formulation

Ginseng, Atractylodes macrocephala, Poria cocos, and Licorice root: 1 liang each; Peony root: 5 qian; Galangal: 5 qian.

Source

From *This Matter Is Hard to Know*.

Benefits

For vomiting, diarrhea, and muscle cramps, accompanied by abdominal pain and a heavy sensation in the body, with a deep and fine pulse.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Four Gentlemen Decoction with Peony and Galangal,From *This Matter Is Hard to Know*.,For vomiting, diarrhea, and muscle cramps, accompanied by abdominal pain and a heavy sensation in the body, with a deep and fine pulse.

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