Modified Wu Zhu Yu Decoction，From *Effective Formulas for Women*, Volume 1, citing a formula by the Zhang family.，Weakness of the Chong and Ren Vessels, irregular menstrual cycles (occurring too early or too late), unstoppable metrorrhagia or menorrhagia, red or white vaginal discharge, and sharp pain in the lower abdomen. During menstruation, patients may experience dizziness, loss of appetite, bloating, restlessness, and dull, lackluster skin.
Modified Wu Zhu Yu Decoction
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Formulas Name : Modified Wu Zhu Yu Decoction
Chinese Name : 加减吴茱萸汤
Drug Formulation
Wu Zhu Yu half liang, Ophiopogon 3 qian, Dried Ginger 3 qian, Poria 3 qian, Moutan Bark 3 qian, Southern Wood Fragrance 3 qian, Bitter Stem 3 qian, Licorice 3.5 qian, Angelica 0.5 liang, Northern Asarum 1.5 qian, Fangfeng 1 fen, Cinnamon 1 fen, Pinellia 7 qian.
Source
From *Effective Formulas for Women*, Volume 1, citing a formula by the Zhang family.
Benefits
Weakness of the Chong and Ren Vessels, irregular menstrual cycles (occurring too early or too late), unstoppable metrorrhagia or menorrhagia, red or white vaginal discharge, and sharp pain in the lower abdomen. During menstruation, patients may experience dizziness, loss of appetite, bloating, restlessness, and dull, lackluster skin.
Instructions for Use
Coarsely crush the ingredients. Take 4 large qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water, 5 slices of fresh ginger, and 1 jujube. Decoct until reduced to 7 fen, strain, and take warm on an empty stomach.
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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 25, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 25, 2026
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Modified Wu Zhu Yu Decoction,Weakness of the Chong and Ren Vessels, irregular menstrual cycles (occurring too early or too late), unstoppable metrorrhagia or menorrhagia, red or white vaginal discharge, and sharp pain in the lower abdomen. During menstruation, patients may experience dizziness, loss of appetite, bloating, restlessness, and dull, lackluster skin.