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Four Substances Decoction for Tonifying Deficiency

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Four Substances Decoction for Tonifying Deficiency,For thin individuals with blood deficiency, gradually decreasing menstrual flow, and a weak, lifeless pulse.

Formulas Name : Four Substances Decoction for Tonifying Deficiency

Chinese Name : 补虚四物汤

Drug Formulation

Angelica sinensis 3–5 qian, Ligusticum chuanxiong 8 fen, Rehmannia glutinosa (prepared) 5–7 qian, Paeonia lactiflora (wine-fried) 1 qian 5 fen, Dioscorea opposita 2 qian, Lycium barbarum 2–3 qian, Astragalus membranaceus (honey-fried) 2 qian, Eucommia ulmoides (salt-fried) 1.5 qian, Cinnamomum cassia 1 qian.

Source

*Huiyue*, Volume 14.

Benefits

For thin individuals with blood deficiency, gradually decreasing menstrual flow, and a weak, lifeless pulse.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take while warm.

Four Substances Decoction for Tonifying Deficiency,*Huiyue*, Volume 14.,For thin individuals with blood deficiency, gradually decreasing menstrual flow, and a weak, lifeless pulse.

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