Shi Dan Decoction

Shi Dan Decoction,Nourishes yin, generates body fluids, and regulates qi. Used for post-recovery tonification following typhoid fever.

Formulas Name : Shi Dan Decoction

Chinese Name : 湿胆汤

Drug Formulation

Pinellia (soaked in hot water), Poria (peeled), Tangerine Peel (white pith removed), and Zhi Shi (roasted)—2 qian each; Licorice—half a qian; Bamboo Shavings—1 qian.

Source

From *Remarkably Effective Formulas*

Benefits

Nourishes yin, generates body fluids, and regulates qi. Used for post-recovery tonification following typhoid fever.

Instructions for Use

Prepare one dose as follows: Add two zhong of water and three slices of fresh ginger; decoct until reduced to one zhong; take at any time.

Shi Dan Decoction,From *Remarkably Effective Formulas*,Nourishes yin, generates body fluids, and regulates qi. Used for post-recovery tonification following typhoid fever.

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