Modified Decoction for Nourishing the Stomach, Raising Yang, and Draining Dampness

Modified Decoction for Nourishing the Stomach, Raising Yang, and Draining Dampness,Spleen deficiency with impaired transport and transformation; deep and faint pulse; persistent spleen-related diarrhea, occurring twelve to thirteen times a day and night; sallow-white complexion with a bluish tinge; swelling of both cheeks and the limbs; inability to pass urine independently—urination always occurs concurrently with bowel movements; intestinal rumbling and cold limbs; no thirst; significantly reduced appetite; and whiteness on the lips and inside the gums.

Formulas Name : Modified Decoction for Nourishing the Stomach, Raising Yang, and Draining Dampness

Chinese Name : 加减益胃升阳渗湿汤

Drug Formulation

Ginseng 3 qian, Atractylodes macrocephala 5 qian, Astragalus 3 qian, Poria 1 qian, Amomum villosum 1 qian, Atractylodes lancea 1 qian, Alisma 1 qian, Aconite 5 fen, Roasted Ginger 5 fen, Fried Licorice 5 fen, Cimicifuga 5 fen, Saposhnikovia 5 fen.

Source

From *Guanjufang*, Volume 1, citing *Chishui Medical Case Records*.

Benefits

Spleen deficiency with impaired transport and transformation; deep and faint pulse; persistent spleen-related diarrhea, occurring twelve to thirteen times a day and night; sallow-white complexion with a bluish tinge; swelling of both cheeks and the limbs; inability to pass urine independently—urination always occurs concurrently with bowel movements; intestinal rumbling and cold limbs; no thirst; significantly reduced appetite; and whiteness on the lips and inside the gums.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Modified Decoction for Nourishing the Stomach, Raising Yang, and Draining Dampness,From *Guanjufang*, Volume 1, citing *Chishui Medical Case Records*.,Spleen deficiency with impaired transport and transformation; deep and faint pulse; persistent spleen-related diarrhea, occurring twelve to thirteen times a day and night; sallow-white complexion with a bluish tinge; swelling of both cheeks and the limbs; inability to pass urine independently—urination always occurs concurrently with bowel movements; intestinal rumbling and cold limbs; no thirst; significantly reduced appetite; and whiteness on the lips and inside the gums.

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