Huanghan-Wulan Decoction,*Wai Tai*, Volume 4.,For jaundice with body swelling, fever, sweating, and thirst—resembling the symptoms of wind-water—where the sweat stains the clothing yellow.
Huanghan-Wulan Decoction
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Formulas Name : Huanghan-Wulan Decoction
Chinese Name : 黄汗吴蓝汤
Drug Formulation
6 fen of indigo, 6 fen of peony root, 6 fen of ophiopogon tuber (with the core removed), 6 fen of white mulberry bark, 6 fen of Chinese strophanthus, 6 fen of white fresh bark, and 6 fen of gardenia fruit.
Source
*Wai Tai*, Volume 4.
Processing
Finely chop all ingredients.
Benefits
For jaundice with body swelling, fever, sweating, and thirst—resembling the symptoms of wind-water—where the sweat stains the clothing yellow.
Instructions for Use
Decoct in 2 sheng of water until reduced to 8 he; strain out the residue. Take in two divided doses on an empty stomach; if ineffective, take another combined dose.
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Huanghan-Wulan Decoction,For jaundice with body swelling, fever, sweating, and thirst—resembling the symptoms of wind-water—where the sweat stains the clothing yellow.