Four Reversals Decoction with Cinnamon,Proven Formula,Indicated for yang deficiency and yin excess.
Four Reversals Decoction with Cinnamon
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Formulas Name : Four Reversals Decoction with Cinnamon
Chinese Name : 四逆加桂汤
Drug Formulation
2 liang of licorice (roasted), 1.5 liang of dried ginger, 1 piece of aconite (raw, peeled, and split into 8 slices), and 1 liang of cinnamon twig.
Source
Proven Formula
Benefits
Indicated for yang deficiency and yin excess.
Instructions for Use
Boil 3 sheng of water until reduced to 1 sheng and 2 he; strain, and divide the decoction into two doses to be taken warm. For robust individuals, use 1 large aconite root and 3 liang of dried ginger.
Note
This formula is not suitable for cold-induced reversal caused by blood deficiency; it is contraindicated for heat-induced reversal.
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Four Reversals Decoction with Cinnamon,Indicated for yang deficiency and yin excess.