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Red Peony Decoction

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Red Peony Decoction,For spleen-related fever with internal organ heat, parched lips, foul breath, and uncontrollable thirst.

Formulas Name : Red Peony Decoction

Chinese Name : 赤芍药汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Red Peony Root, 1 liang of Raw Rehmannia Root (baked), half a liang of Rhubarb (chopped, stir-fried), and half a liang of Licorice (roasted).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 45.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For spleen-related fever with internal organ heat, parched lips, foul breath, and uncontrollable thirst.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose; add 1 zhan of water, decoct until reduced to 7 fen, strain, and take warm after meals.

Red Peony Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 45.,For spleen-related fever with internal organ heat, parched lips, foul breath, and uncontrollable thirst.

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