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Nourish the Kidney and Soften the Liver Decoction

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Nourish the Kidney and Soften the Liver Decoction,Used for paralytic strabismus caused by yin deficiency of the liver and kidneys, resulting in inadequate nourishment of the ocular system.

Formulas Name : Nourish the Kidney and Soften the Liver Decoction

Chinese Name : 滋肾柔肝汤

Drug Formulation

Rehmannia glutinosa (prepared) 20g, jujube peel 10g, Chinese yam 20g, Poria cocos 10g, Moutan bark 10g, Alisma orientale 10g, Goji berries 15g, chrysanthemum flowers 10g, Angelica sinensis 10g, white peony root 60g, Polygonum multiflorum 30g, licorice root 30g.

Source

Adapted from Bai Guang’s formula in *A Thousand Family Remedies*.

Benefits

Used for paralytic strabismus caused by yin deficiency of the liver and kidneys, resulting in inadequate nourishment of the ocular system.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take one dose daily.

Nourish the Kidney and Soften the Liver Decoction,Adapted from Bai Guang’s formula in *A Thousand Family Remedies*.,Used for paralytic strabismus caused by yin deficiency of the liver and kidneys, resulting in inadequate nourishment of the ocular system.

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