Sesame Seed and Four Substances Decoction

Sesame Seed and Four Substances Decoction,For dry, constipated stools accompanied by a weak and涩 pulse.

Formulas Name : Sesame Seed and Four Substances Decoction

Chinese Name : 麻仁四物汤

Drug Formulation

5 qian of raw Rehmannia root, 3 qian of Angelica sinensis, 1.5 qian of white peony root (roasted), 8 fen of Ligusticum chuanxiong, and 3 qian of hemp seeds.

Source

*Six Books on Medical Essentials*, Volume 30.

Benefits

For dry, constipated stools accompanied by a weak and涩 pulse.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water, strain out the residue, add 1 spoonful of white honey, and take while warm.

Sesame Seed and Four Substances Decoction,*Six Books on Medical Essentials*, Volume 30.,For dry, constipated stools accompanied by a weak and涩 pulse.

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