Four Substances and Indigo Decoction

Four Substances and Indigo Decoction,Yin-fire with wheezing and counterflow.

Formulas Name : Four Substances and Indigo Decoction

Chinese Name : 四物青黛汤

Drug Formulation

Angelica sinensis, Chuanxiong, White Peony Root, Prepared Rehmannia Root, Indigo Powder.

Source

*Causes, Symptoms, Pulse, and Treatment*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Yin-fire with wheezing and counterflow.

Instructions for Use

Decoct all ingredients together; mix with bamboo sap and a child’s urine before taking.

Four Substances and Indigo Decoction,*Causes, Symptoms, Pulse, and Treatment*, Volume 2.,Yin-fire with wheezing and counterflow.

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