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Liver-Soothing Decoction,For the initial stage of miscellaneous syndromes characterized by liver qi stagnation and chest and diaphragm distension and pain.

Formulas Name : Liver-Soothing Decoction

Chinese Name : 舒肝饮

Drug Formulation

Roasted Paeonia, Angelica sinensis, Bupleurum, White Mustard, Radish, Moutan Bark, Roasted Cinnamomum twig, Fructus Aurantii, and Cinnamon Bark.

Source

*Collected Works on Medicine*, Volume 1.

Benefits

For the initial stage of miscellaneous syndromes characterized by liver qi stagnation and chest and diaphragm distension and pain.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Liver-Soothing Decoction，*Collected Works on Medicine*, Volume 1.，For the initial stage of miscellaneous syndromes characterized by liver qi stagnation and chest and diaphragm distension and pain.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
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