Return-to-Kidney Decoction

Return-to-Kidney Decoction,In cases of heatstroke, if one merely purges the summer heat, the heat dissipates but the kidney fire cannot descend to its proper place. This results in ice-cold feet, a burning sensation in the upper body, restlessness and agitation, and vomiting immediately after drinking water.

Formulas Name : Return-to-Kidney Decoction

Chinese Name : 还肾汤

Drug Formulation

3 liang of Prepared Rehmannia, 1 qian of Licorice, 5 fen of Cinnamon Bark, 5 qian of Achyranthes Root.

Source

*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 6.

Benefits

In cases of heatstroke, if one merely purges the summer heat, the heat dissipates but the kidney fire cannot descend to its proper place. This results in ice-cold feet, a burning sensation in the upper body, restlessness and agitation, and vomiting immediately after drinking water.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Return-to-Kidney Decoction,*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 6.,In cases of heatstroke, if one merely purges the summer heat, the heat dissipates but the kidney fire cannot descend to its proper place. This results in ice-cold feet, a burning sensation in the upper body, restlessness and agitation, and vomiting immediately after drinking water.

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