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Trifoliate Orange, Gardenia, and Fermented Soybean Decoction

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Trifoliate Orange, Gardenia, and Fermented Soybean Decoction,For cases of relapse due to overexertion following recovery from a serious illness.

Formulas Name : Trifoliate Orange, Gardenia, and Fermented Soybean Decoction

Chinese Name : 枳实栀子豉汤

Drug Formulation

3 Zhi Shi (roasted), 14 Zhi Zi (split), 1 sheng of fermented soybeans (wrapped in cotton).

Source

*Treatise on Cold Damage*.

Benefits

For cases of relapse due to overexertion following recovery from a serious illness.

Instructions for Use

Add 7 sheng of clear water to the ingredients and boil until reduced to 4 sheng. Add the Zhi Shi and Zhi Zi, boil until reduced to 2 sheng, then add the fermented soybeans and boil for another 5–6 boils. Strain out the residue and divide the decoction into two doses to be taken warm. Induce a slight sweat.

Trifoliate Orange, Gardenia, and Fermented Soybean Decoction,*Treatise on Cold Damage*.,For cases of relapse due to overexertion following recovery from a serious illness.

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