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Fragrant Gardenia Liver-Harmonizing Decoction

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Fragrant Gardenia Liver-Harmonizing Decoction,When liver qi is excessive and overpowers the spleen earth, the intestines will rumbling on their own, ceaselessly throughout the day, accompanied by belching and acid regurgitation, with no respite.

Formulas Name : Fragrant Gardenia Liver-Harmonizing Decoction

Chinese Name : 香栀平肝饮

Drug Formulation

3 qian of stir-fried gardenia, 5 qian of poria, 5 qian of white peony root, 5 qian of white atractylodes, 1 qian of tangerine peel, 1 qian of licorice, and 2 qian of cyperus.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 10.

Benefits

When liver qi is excessive and overpowers the spleen earth, the intestines will rumbling on their own, ceaselessly throughout the day, accompanied by belching and acid regurgitation, with no respite.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Fragrant Gardenia Liver-Harmonizing Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 10.,When liver qi is excessive and overpowers the spleen earth, the intestines will rumbling on their own, ceaselessly throughout the day, accompanied by belching and acid regurgitation, with no respite.

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