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Ginseng and Kidney-Drain Decoction

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Ginseng and Kidney-Drain Decoction,For severe deficiency and insufficiency, frequent urination, labored breathing, intense thirst with a strong urge to drink, and a sensation of bladder fullness.

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Kidney-Drain Decoction

Chinese Name : 人参肾沥汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Ginseng, 1 liang of Dendrobium, 1 liang of Ophiopogon, 1 liang of Alisma, 1 liang of Prepared Rehmannia, 1 liang of Trichosanthes Root, 1 liang of Lycium Bark, half a liang of Polygala, half a liang of Licorice, half a liang of Angelica, half a liang of Schisandra, half a liang of Mulberry Bark, half a liang of Cinnamon Bark, and half a liang of Poria.

Source

From *Ji Feng*, Volume 19.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For severe deficiency and insufficiency, frequent urination, labored breathing, intense thirst with a strong urge to drink, and a sensation of bladder fullness.

Instructions for Use

Boil 1 sheep kidney in 1.5 bowls of water until reduced to 1 bowl. Add 2 qian of the herbal formula, removing the kidney first. Simmer until reduced to 6 fen, strain, and drink while warm, regardless of the time of day.

Ginseng and Kidney-Drain Decoction,From *Ji Feng*, Volume 19.,For severe deficiency and insufficiency, frequent urination, labored breathing, intense thirst with a strong urge to drink, and a sensation of bladder fullness.

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