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Great Tonifying True Yin Decoction

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Great Tonifying True Yin Decoction,A weak pulse in the left cun position indicates deficiency of the true yin of the liver and kidneys, with qi surging upward from the lower abdomen, causing breathing that resembles wheezing but is intermittent.

Formulas Name : Great Tonifying True Yin Decoction

Chinese Name : 大补真阴汤

Drug Formulation

Angelica sinensis 2–3 qian (use more for blood deficiency with cold; use less for blood deficiency with heat), Prepared Rehmannia 4–5 qian (or double the dose), Licorice (roasted) 1–2 qian, Chinese Yam 2 qian, Eucommia 2 qian, Goji Berries 2 qian, Ligustrum 2 qian, Achyranthes (wine-fried) 1 qian, Jujube Peel 1.5 qian.

Source

From *Huiyue*, Volume 9.

Benefits

A weak pulse in the left cun position indicates deficiency of the true yin of the liver and kidneys, with qi surging upward from the lower abdomen, causing breathing that resembles wheezing but is intermittent.

Instructions for Use

Take in larger doses on an empty stomach.

Great Tonifying True Yin Decoction,From *Huiyue*, Volume 9.,A weak pulse in the left cun position indicates deficiency of the true yin of the liver and kidneys, with qi surging upward from the lower abdomen, causing breathing that resembles wheezing but is intermittent.

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