Intestinal Function Restoration Decoction

Intestinal Function Restoration Decoction,For patients who have undergone surgery for acute abdominal conditions and are in generally good condition, with no significant dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, or hypoproteinemia; the surgical procedure was uneventful; and abdominal contamination was mild—such that gastrointestinal decompression was not required and dietary restrictions were not imposed.

Formulas Name : Intestinal Function Restoration Decoction

Chinese Name : 肠功能恢复汤

Drug Formulation

Dangshen 3 qian, Baizhu 3 qian, Taoren 3 qian, Chishao 3 qian, Zhike 3 qian, Houpo 3 qian, Muxiang 3 qian, Huomaren 1 liang, Da Huang 5 qian (added later).

Source

From *New Acute Abdominal Disorders*.

Benefits

For patients who have undergone surgery for acute abdominal conditions and are in generally good condition, with no significant dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, or hypoproteinemia; the surgical procedure was uneventful; and abdominal contamination was mild—such that gastrointestinal decompression was not required and dietary restrictions were not imposed.

Instructions for Use

Decoct until reduced to 50–100 ml. Begin administration on the first day after surgery, taking small doses frequently throughout the day; one dose per day.

Intestinal Function Restoration Decoction,From *New Acute Abdominal Disorders*.,For patients who have undergone surgery for acute abdominal conditions and are in generally good condition, with no significant dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, or hypoproteinemia; the surgical procedure was uneventful; and abdominal contamination was mild—such that gastrointestinal decompression was not required and dietary restrictions were not imposed.

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