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Kushen and Gypsum Decoction

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Kushen and Gypsum Decoction,For black bone with a warm pattern.

Formulas Name : Kushen and Gypsum Decoction

Chinese Name : 苦参石膏汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Kushen, 2 liang of raw kudzu, 4 liang of gypsum, 4 liang of Rehmannia glutinosa, 1.5 liang of gardenia seeds, 1.5 liang of artemisia, 1.5 liang of sodium carbonate, half a jin of fermented black beans, and half a jin of scallion whites.

Source

*Treatise on General Diseases of Cold Damage*, Volume 5.

Benefits

For black bone with a warm pattern.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Decoct in 8 sheng of water until reduced to 3.5 sheng; strain out the residue; add芒消 and stir until completely dissolved; drink 1 zhan while warm, 3–4 times daily.

Kushen and Gypsum Decoction,*Treatise on General Diseases of Cold Damage*, Volume 5.,For black bone with a warm pattern.

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