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Stomach-Clearing and Dampness-Draining Decoction

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Stomach-Clearing and Dampness-Draining Decoction,Strengthens the stomach and drains dampness; separates clear from turbid. Indicated for spleen deficiency with excessive dampness, resulting in the failure to distinguish between clear and turbid substances.

Formulas Name : Stomach-Clearing and Dampness-Draining Decoction

Chinese Name : 清胃利湿汤

Drug Formulation

12 g Dangshen, 6 g Baizhu, 12 g Poria, 9 g Zhu Ling, 9 g Alisma, 9 g Shan Yao, 12 g Lablab, 6 g Nutmeg, 12 g Shu Di Huang, 9 g Ophiopogon, 4.5 g Schisandra, 9 g Chen Pi, 3 g Tongcao, 12 g Plantain Seed, 3 g Cinnamon, 2.4 g Kudzu Root.

Source

Proven Formula

Benefits

Strengthens the stomach and drains dampness; separates clear from turbid. Indicated for spleen deficiency with excessive dampness, resulting in the failure to distinguish between clear and turbid substances.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take 2 doses daily, divided into 4 doses per day.

Stomach-Clearing and Dampness-Draining Decoction,Proven Formula,Strengthens the stomach and drains dampness; separates clear from turbid. Indicated for spleen deficiency with excessive dampness, resulting in the failure to distinguish between clear and turbid substances.

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