Gardenia Decoction

Gardenia Decoction,Hernia due to deficiency with concomitant heat.

Formulas Name : Gardenia Decoction

Chinese Name : 栀子饮

Drug Formulation

Half a liang of Gardenia (roasted), half a liang of Peach Kernel (roasted), half a liang of Trifoliate Orange Peel (roasted), half a liang of Hawthorn (one formula adds Evodia).

Source

*Ming Yi Zhi Zhang*, Volume 6.

Benefits

Hernia due to deficiency with concomitant heat.

Instructions for Use

Decoct with ginger juice and clear-flowing water, then take orally.

Gardenia Decoction,*Ming Yi Zhi Zhang*, Volume 6.,Hernia due to deficiency with concomitant heat.

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