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Moistening and Nourishing Decoction

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Moistening and Nourishing Decoction,Due to qi deficiency unable to propel the stool, the large intestine is obstructed and blocked; there are no difficulties with eating or drinking, no signs of heat syndrome, and no sensation of heaviness in the lower abdomen. Some patients may go up to one month without a bowel movement.

Formulas Name : Moistening and Nourishing Decoction

Chinese Name : 润输汤

Drug Formulation

5 qian of Astragalus, 1 liang of Angelica sinensis, 5 qian of Ligusticum chuanxiong, 5 fen of Cimicifuga, 5 fen of Safflower, 5 qian of Ophiopogon, and 5 qian of Cistanche.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.

Benefits

Due to qi deficiency unable to propel the stool, the large intestine is obstructed and blocked; there are no difficulties with eating or drinking, no signs of heat syndrome, and no sensation of heaviness in the lower abdomen. Some patients may go up to one month without a bowel movement.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Moistening and Nourishing Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.,Due to qi deficiency unable to propel the stool, the large intestine is obstructed and blocked; there are no difficulties with eating or drinking, no signs of heat syndrome, and no sensation of heaviness in the lower abdomen. Some patients may go up to one month without a bowel movement.

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