Jueshui Decoction

Jueshui Decoction,In cases of long-standing edema, the entire body, including the hands and feet, is swollen; the face is puffy; there is no thirst, but moisture oozes from the skin and hair; and when the skin is pressed, it feels like mud.

Formulas Name : Jueshui Decoction

Chinese Name : 决水汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang Plantain Seed, 2 liang Poria, 5 qian Wangbuliu, 3 fen Cinnamon Bark, 3 qian Red Adzuki Beans.

Source

*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 5.

Benefits

In cases of long-standing edema, the entire body, including the hands and feet, is swollen; the face is puffy; there is no thirst, but moisture oozes from the skin and hair; and when the skin is pressed, it feels like mud.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Note

Avoid salt for one month.

Jueshui Decoction,*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 5.,In cases of long-standing edema, the entire body, including the hands and feet, is swollen; the face is puffy; there is no thirst, but moisture oozes from the skin and hair; and when the skin is pressed, it feels like mud.

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