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Longevity Spleen Decoction

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Longevity Spleen Decoction,Indicated for conditions such as spleen deficiency failing to retain blood, arising from worry, overthinking, depression, anger, or excessive fatigue, as well as from the improper use of aggressive medications that damage spleen yin, leading to deficiency of central qi, restlessness of the spirit, unstoppable rectal bleeding, or, in women, uncontrolled uterine bleeding or dysuria.

Formulas Name : Longevity Spleen Decoction

Chinese Name : 寿脾煎

Drug Formulation

2–3 qian of Atractylodes macrocephala, 2 qian of Angelica sinensis, 2 qian of Dioscorea opposita, 1 qian of fried Glycyrrhiza uralensis, 1.5 qian of Ziziphus jujuba seed, 0.3–0.5 fen of processed Polygala tenuifolia, 1–3 qian of roasted Zingiber officinale, 20 pieces of lotus seed (with core removed, stir-fried), and Ginseng as needed (1–2 qian; use 1 liang for acute cases).

Source

*The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.

Benefits

Indicated for conditions such as spleen deficiency failing to retain blood, arising from worry, overthinking, depression, anger, or excessive fatigue, as well as from the improper use of aggressive medications that damage spleen yin, leading to deficiency of central qi, restlessness of the spirit, unstoppable rectal bleeding, or, in women, uncontrolled uterine bleeding or dysuria.

Instructions for Use

Decoct with 2 zhong of water and take orally.

Longevity Spleen Decoction,*The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.,Indicated for conditions such as spleen deficiency failing to retain blood, arising from worry, overthinking, depression, anger, or excessive fatigue, as well as from the improper use of aggressive medications that damage spleen yin, leading to deficiency of central qi, restlessness of the spirit, unstoppable rectal bleeding, or, in women, uncontrolled uterine bleeding or dysuria.

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