Gardenia and Talc Decoction

Gardenia and Talc Decoction,For jaundice, abdominal distension, difficulty urinating, a flushed face, and spontaneous sweating.

Formulas Name : Gardenia and Talc Decoction

Chinese Name : 栀子滑石汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of rhubarb, 2 liang of Phellodendron bark, 15 gardenias, 4 liang of talc.

Source

*Yi Tong*, Volume 18.

Benefits

For jaundice, abdominal distension, difficulty urinating, a flushed face, and spontaneous sweating.

Instructions for Use

Boil 6 sheng of water until reduced to 4 sheng; strain and clarify the decoction, then take an additional 1 sheng and drink it all at once.

Gardenia and Talc Decoction,*Yi Tong*, Volume 18.,For jaundice, abdominal distension, difficulty urinating, a flushed face, and spontaneous sweating.

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