Shan Shen Decoction

Shan Shen Decoction,Caused by exposure to damp-heat, with heat invading the Kidney meridian, resulting in testicular pain that is triggered by heat but is not severe.

Formulas Name : Shan Shen Decoction

Chinese Name : 沙参汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Poria, 1 liang of Atractylodes, 1 liang of Saponaria root, 1 qian of Licorice, 5 qian of Moutan bark, and 2 fen of Cinnamon bark.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.

Benefits

Caused by exposure to damp-heat, with heat invading the Kidney meridian, resulting in testicular pain that is triggered by heat but is not severe.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Shan Shen Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.,Caused by exposure to damp-heat, with heat invading the Kidney meridian, resulting in testicular pain that is triggered by heat but is not severe.

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