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Liu Jinu Decoction

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Liu Jinu Decoction,For postpartum lochia that does not resolve smoothly, with stagnant blood rising to the head, causing restlessness in the heart and chest, intense thirst, confusion, darkened vision with spinning sensations, or hallucinations of ghosts and spirits, as well as pain in the navel and abdomen, retching, nausea, and inability to eat or drink.

Formulas Name : Liu Jinu Decoction

Chinese Name : 刘寄奴饮

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Liu Jinu (select and remove the stems and leaves), 1 liang of Angelica sinensis (remove the root tip, slice, and roast), and 2 qian of licorice (roasted and coarsely chopped).

Source

From *Essentials of Obstetrics from the Family Treasure of Health* (Volume 7).

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For postpartum lochia that does not resolve smoothly, with stagnant blood rising to the head, causing restlessness in the heart and chest, intense thirst, confusion, darkened vision with spinning sensations, or hallucinations of ghosts and spirits, as well as pain in the navel and abdomen, retching, nausea, and inability to eat or drink.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water and 7 slices of fresh ginger, decoct until reduced to 7/10 of a zhan, strain, and take while hot. When treating blood-induced fainting, the medicine should be prepared in advance and kept on hand for emergency use.

Liu Jinu Decoction,From *Essentials of Obstetrics from the Family Treasure of Health* (Volume 7).,For postpartum lochia that does not resolve smoothly, with stagnant blood rising to the head, causing restlessness in the heart and chest, intense thirst, confusion, darkened vision with spinning sensations, or hallucinations of ghosts and spirits, as well as pain in the navel and abdomen, retching, nausea, and inability to eat or drink.

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