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Four-Ingredient Decoction for Induction and Withdrawal

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Four-Ingredient Decoction for Induction and Withdrawal

Formulas Name : Four-Ingredient Decoction for Induction and Withdrawal

Chinese Name : 进退四物汤

Drug Formulation

5 qian of Prepared Rehmannia, 3 qian of Angelica sinensis, 1 qian and 5 fen of wine-fried White Peony, 1 qian of Sichuan Lovage.

Source

*A Concise Explanation of Medical Formulas*, Volume 5.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Four-Ingredient Decoction for Induction and Withdrawal，*A Concise Explanation of Medical Formulas*, Volume 5.，

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