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Itch-Relieving Decoction

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Itch-Relieving Decoction,Internal heat is stagnant and fails to dissipate, causing itching in the gastrointestinal tract that cannot be relieved by scratching.

Formulas Name : Itch-Relieving Decoction

Chinese Name : 化痒汤

Drug Formulation

Roasted Gardenia (Zhi Zi) 3 qian, Licorice (Gan Cao) 2 qian, Trichosanthes Root (Tian Hua Fen) 3 qian, White Peony Root (Bai Shao) 4 qian, Bupleurum Root (Chai Hu) 3 qian.

Source

*Secret Records of the Stone Chamber*, Volume 4.

Benefits

Internal heat is stagnant and fails to dissipate, causing itching in the gastrointestinal tract that cannot be relieved by scratching.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Itch-Relieving Decoction,*Secret Records of the Stone Chamber*, Volume 4.,Internal heat is stagnant and fails to dissipate, causing itching in the gastrointestinal tract that cannot be relieved by scratching.

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