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Four Gentlemen with Angelica and Peony Decoction,Pregnancy with insufficient blood, inability to nourish the fetus, abdominal pain relieved by pressure, and a weak pulse.

Formulas Name : Four Gentlemen with Angelica and Peony Decoction

Chinese Name : 四君归芍汤

Drug Formulation

Ginseng 1 qian, Atractylodes macrocephala 1 qian (honey-fried), Poria 1 qian, Fried licorice 1 qian, Angelica sinensis 1 qian, White peony root (stir-fried) 1 qian.

Source

*Ye’s Gynecology*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Pregnancy with insufficient blood, inability to nourish the fetus, abdominal pain relieved by pressure, and a weak pulse.

Instructions for Use

Add 3 slices of fresh ginger and 2 jujubes; decoct in water and take the decoction.

Four Gentlemen with Angelica and Peony Decoction，*Ye’s Gynecology*, Volume 2.，Pregnancy with insufficient blood, inability to nourish the fetus, abdominal pain relieved by pressure, and a weak pulse.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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