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Lotus and Green Onion Decoction

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Lotus and Green Onion Decoction,Constipation in the elderly and those with deficiency.

Formulas Name : Lotus and Green Onion Decoction

Chinese Name : 莲葱饮

Drug Formulation

3 stalks of white scallion (with roots), 5 qian of lotus root.

Source

From *New Compilation for the Relief of the Masses*, Volume 7.

Benefits

Constipation in the elderly and those with deficiency.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in 1 zhan of fresh water until the scallions are thoroughly softened; remove the scallions and lotus root, add 2 qian of donkey-hide gelatin beads, stir until dissolved, and take on an empty stomach.

Note

Do not take with honey.

Lotus and Green Onion Decoction,From *New Compilation for the Relief of the Masses*, Volume 7.,Constipation in the elderly and those with deficiency.

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