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Wu Gan Decoction,For symptoms of yin depletion.

Formulas Name : Wu Gan Decoction

Chinese Name : 乌肝汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of licorice, 3 qian of ginseng, 3 qian of poria, 3 qian of cinnamon twig, 3 qian of dried ginger, 3 qian of aconite root (roasted), 3 qian of Polygonum multiflorum (steamed), and 3 qian of peony root.

Source

*Selected Essentials of Medicine*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For symptoms of yin depletion.

Instructions for Use

Decoct to about half a cup; take while warm.

Wu Gan Decoction,*Selected Essentials of Medicine*, Volume 3.,For symptoms of yin depletion.

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