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Liver-Calming Decoction

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Liver-Calming Decoction,Black Wind Cataract.

Formulas Name : Liver-Calming Decoction

Chinese Name : 镇肝饮

Drug Formulation

Chrysanthemum flowers 1 qian, Tussilago flower 1 qian, Oyster shell 1 qian, Leonurus seed 1 qian, Plantain seed 1 qian 6 fen, Vitex fruit 1 qian 6 fen, Goji berry 1 qian 6 fen.

Source

From *Yu'an*, Volume 3.

Benefits

Black Wind Cataract.

Instructions for Use

Add 30 stalks of lampwick to the above ingredients, decoct in water, and take after meals.

Liver-Calming Decoction,From *Yu’an*, Volume 3.,Black Wind Cataract.

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