Qianhu-Peony Decoction

Qianhu-Peony Decoction,For women with excessive stagnation and heat in the abdomen, resulting in menstrual stasis and obstruction; or following exertional fever or febrile illnesses; or when menstruation fails to flow due to heat.

Formulas Name : Qianhu-Peony Decoction

Chinese Name : 前胡牡丹汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Xianhu, 2 liang of Peony, 2 liang of Scrophularia, 2 liang of Peach Kernel, 2 liang of Scutellaria, 2 liang of Belamcanda, 2 liang of Tussilago Flower, 2 liang of Trichosanthes Root, 2 liang of Licorice, 3 liang of Peony Root, 3 liang of Poria, 3 liang of Rhubarb, 3 liang of Trifoliate Orange Fruit.

Source

*Qianjin* Volume 4.

Benefits

For women with excessive stagnation and heat in the abdomen, resulting in menstrual stasis and obstruction; or following exertional fever or febrile illnesses; or when menstruation fails to flow due to heat.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Boil in 1 dou of water until reduced to 3 sheng; divide into 3 doses.

Qianhu-Peony Decoction,*Qianjin* Volume 4.,For women with excessive stagnation and heat in the abdomen, resulting in menstrual stasis and obstruction; or following exertional fever or febrile illnesses; or when menstruation fails to flow due to heat.

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