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Ginseng and Rhubarb Decoction,When the meridians fail to properly transform fluids, leading to swelling of the body and red streaks on the skin and flesh.

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Rhubarb Decoction

Chinese Name : 人参大黄汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of ginseng, 1 qian of angelica root, 1 qian of rhubarb (roasted), 1 qian of cinnamon bark, 1 qian of Eupatorium, 1 qian of red peony root, 1 qian of Poria, 2 fen of shepherd’s purse.

Source

From *Songya Zunsheng*, Volume 7.

Benefits

When the meridians fail to properly transform fluids, leading to swelling of the body and red streaks on the skin and flesh.

Ginseng and Rhubarb Decoction，From *Songya Zunsheng*, Volume 7.，When the meridians fail to properly transform fluids, leading to swelling of the body and red streaks on the skin and flesh.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 30, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 30, 2026

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