Sandalwood and Coptis Decoction

Sandalwood and Coptis Decoction,For dysentery with pus and blood, accompanied by tenesmus and a sensation of incomplete evacuation.

Formulas Name : Sandalwood and Coptis Decoction

Chinese Name : 木香黄连汤

Drug Formulation

4.5 qian of Wood Fragrance, 4.5 qian of Coptis, 4.5 qian of Sichuan Akebia, 4.5 qian of Sichuan Phellodendron, 4.5 qian of Fructus Aurantii (fried with wheat bran), 4.5 qian of Dried Tangerine Peel, and 3 qian of Rhubarb.

Source

From *Remarkably Effective Formulas*, Volume 13.

Benefits

For dysentery with pus and blood, accompanied by tenesmus and a sensation of incomplete evacuation.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients and divide into two doses. Decoct with two zhan of water until reduced to one zhan; strain and take warm before meals.

Sandalwood and Coptis Decoction,From *Remarkably Effective Formulas*, Volume 13.,For dysentery with pus and blood, accompanied by tenesmus and a sensation of incomplete evacuation.

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