Minor Sour Jujube Decoction

Minor Sour Jujube Decoction,For insomnia due to deficiency-related debility, with restlessness that cannot be calmed.

Formulas Name : Minor Sour Jujube Decoction

Chinese Name : 小酸枣汤

Drug Formulation

2 sheng of sour jujube seeds, 2 liang of Anemarrhena rhizome, 2 liang of fresh ginger, 1 liang of licorice (roasted), 2 liang of Poria, 2 liang of Ligusticum root (one formula adds 2 liang of cinnamon).

Source

From *Shenshi’s Formulas*, cited in Volume 17 of *Wai Tai*.

Processing

Cut the ingredients into pieces.

Benefits

For insomnia due to deficiency-related debility, with restlessness that cannot be calmed.

Instructions for Use

Boil the jujube seeds in 1 dou of water until the volume is reduced by 3 sheng; add the remaining herbs and boil until 3 sheng of liquid remains; divide into 3 doses.

Note

Avoid seaweed, Chinese cabbage, and vinegar-based foods.

Minor Sour Jujube Decoction,From *Shenshi’s Formulas*, cited in Volume 17 of *Wai Tai*.,For insomnia due to deficiency-related debility, with restlessness that cannot be calmed.

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