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Mallow Seed Decoction

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Mallow Seed Decoction,Treats urinary retention in pregnant women suffering from “zilin” (urinary obstruction).

Formulas Name : Mallow Seed Decoction

Chinese Name : 葵子饮

Drug Formulation

1 sheng of mallow seeds (one version omits mallow seeds and uses mallow root instead).

Source

From *Pu Ji Fang*, Volume 338, citing *Liang Fang for Women*.

Benefits

Treats urinary retention in pregnant women suffering from “zilin” (urinary obstruction).

Instructions for Use

Add 5 sheng of water, boil down to 2 sheng, and divide into 2 doses.

Mallow Seed Decoction,From *Pu Ji Fang*, Volume 338, citing *Liang Fang for Women*.,Treats urinary retention in pregnant women suffering from “zilin” (urinary obstruction).

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