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He Ren Decoction,For concurrent malaria and dysentery, or when dysentery has subsided but malaria is severe.

Formulas Name : He Ren Decoction

Chinese Name : 何人饮

Drug Formulation

He Shou Wu: 3 qian to 1 liang (adjust according to severity); Dang Gui: 2–3 qian; Ren Shen: 3–5 qian or 1 liang (as appropriate); Chen Pi: 2–3 qian (omit for those with severe deficiency); Stewed Ginger: 3 slices (use 3–5 qian for those with excessive cold).

Source

*The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.

Benefits

For concurrent malaria and dysentery, or when dysentery has subsided but malaria is severe.

Instructions for Use

Boil 2 zhong of water down to 8 fen; take it warm 2–3 hours before the onset of symptoms. For those who tolerate alcohol well, soak the ingredients in 1 zhong of wine overnight; the next morning, add 1 zhong of water and boil before taking—this method is also highly effective. No additional wine is needed for subsequent decoctions.

He Ren Decoction,*The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.,For concurrent malaria and dysentery, or when dysentery has subsided but malaria is severe.

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