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Ginger, Poria, and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

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Ginger, Poria, and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,For conditions where the spleen and liver fail to descend, resulting in pain in the lower abdomen.

Formulas Name : Ginger, Poria, and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

Chinese Name : 姜苓桂枝汤

Drug Formulation

Gui Zhi 3 qian, Shaoyao 3 qian, Gancao 2 qian, Fuling 3 qian, Ganjiang 3 qian.

Source

*Si Sheng Xin Yuan*, Volume 6.

Benefits

For conditions where the spleen and liver fail to descend, resulting in pain in the lower abdomen.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water to about half a cup; take while warm.

Ginger, Poria, and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,*Si Sheng Xin Yuan*, Volume 6.,For conditions where the spleen and liver fail to descend, resulting in pain in the lower abdomen.

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