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Gentle-Action Decoction

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Gentle-Action Decoction,For dysentery caused by damp-heat in the large intestine.

Formulas Name : Gentle-Action Decoction

Chinese Name : 缓攻汤

Drug Formulation

White Peony Root 1 liang, Fructus Aurantii 0.5 fen, Rhubarb 1 qian, Areca Nut 0.5 fen.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 7.

Benefits

For dysentery caused by damp-heat in the large intestine.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Gentle-Action Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 7.,For dysentery caused by damp-heat in the large intestine.

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