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Modified Scutellaria and White Peony Decoction,For cases where diarrhea has already set in, accompanied by abdominal distension and pain.

Formulas Name : Modified Scutellaria and White Peony Decoction

Chinese Name : 加减芩芍汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of White Peony Root (Bai Shao), 2 qian of Scutellaria Root (Huang Qin), 1 qian 5 fen of Coptis Root (Huang Lian), 2 qian of Magnolia Bark (Hou Po), 1 qian of Wood Fragrance (Mu Xiang) (roasted), and 2 qian of Guangpi.

Source

From *Treatise on Warm Diseases* (Wen Bing Tiao Bian), Volume 2.

Benefits

For cases where diarrhea has already set in, accompanied by abdominal distension and pain.

Instructions for Use

Add 8 cups of water, boil down to 3 cups, and take in 3 divided doses while warm.

Note

Avoid greasy and cold foods.

Modified Scutellaria and White Peony Decoction，From *Treatise on Warm Diseases* (Wen Bing Tiao Bian), Volume 2.，For cases where diarrhea has already set in, accompanied by abdominal distension and pain.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 25, 2026
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