Lactation-Promoting Decoction

Lactation-Promoting Decoction,Postpartum deficiency of qi and blood, resulting in scanty and sluggish lactation.

Formulas Name : Lactation-Promoting Decoction

Chinese Name : 通乳汤

Drug Formulation

4 pig trotters (lower joints), 2 liang Tongcao, 1 qian Chuanxiong, 14 slices of stir-fried Chuan Shan Jia, 1 qian Licorice, 1 qian Angelica sinensis root.

Source

*Six Essentials of Medicine*, Volume 7.

Benefits

Postpartum deficiency of qi and blood, resulting in scanty and sluggish lactation.

Instructions for Use

Boil in 5 sheng of water; strain and drink the decoction. It is best to frequently wash the affected area externally with a scallion and pepper decoction.

Note

Avoid raw and cold foods.

Lactation-Promoting Decoction,*Six Essentials of Medicine*, Volume 7.,Postpartum deficiency of qi and blood, resulting in scanty and sluggish lactation.

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