Houttuynia Decoction，*Six Books of Medical Essentials*, Volume 30.，Postpartum deficiency of the Chong and Ren meridians, resulting in uncontrolled retention and discharge; prolonged, unstoppable vaginal bleeding; and a weak, rapid pulse.
Houttuynia Decoction
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Formulas Name : Houttuynia Decoction
Chinese Name : 败酱草散
Drug Formulation
3 liang of Patrinia scabiosa (roasted until black), 5 liang of roasted raw Rehmannia glutinosa, 3 liang of Angelica sinensis root (roasted with vinegar), 1 liang of small Ligusticum chuanxiong, 2 liang of white peony root (roasted), 3 liang of Dipsacus asper (roasted to ash), and 1 liang of sweet bamboo shavings.
Source
*Six Books of Medical Essentials*, Volume 30.
Processing
Grind the ingredients into a powder.
Benefits
Postpartum deficiency of the Chong and Ren meridians, resulting in uncontrolled retention and discharge; prolonged, unstoppable vaginal bleeding; and a weak, rapid pulse.
Instructions for Use
Take 5 qian per dose; decoct in water, strain, and drink while warm.
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Houttuynia Decoction,Postpartum deficiency of the Chong and Ren meridians, resulting in uncontrolled retention and discharge; prolonged, unstoppable vaginal bleeding; and a weak, rapid pulse.