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Poria, Licorice, Gardenia, and Artemisia Decoction

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Poria, Licorice, Gardenia, and Artemisia Decoction,Dampness syndrome, difficult bowel movements, and abdominal distension.

Formulas Name : Poria, Licorice, Gardenia, and Artemisia Decoction

Chinese Name : 苓甘栀子茵陈汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Artemisia capillaris, 3 qian of Poria, 2 qian of Gardenia, and 2 qian of Licorice.

Source

*Medical Golden Needle*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Dampness syndrome, difficult bowel movements, and abdominal distension.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take while hot.

Poria, Licorice, Gardenia, and Artemisia Decoction,*Medical Golden Needle*, Volume 2.,Dampness syndrome, difficult bowel movements, and abdominal distension.

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