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Xiangfu Siwu Decoction

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Xiangfu Siwu Decoction,For pain and distension caused by stagnation of qi and blood in the meridians.

Formulas Name : Xiangfu Siwu Decoction

Chinese Name : 香附四物汤

Drug Formulation

4 qian of Prepared Rehmannia, 1 qian 5 fen of Sichuan Lovage, 1 qian 5 fen of Cyperus (wine-fried), 1 qian 5 fen of Corydalis, 1 qian 5 fen of White Peony (wine-fried), 3 qian of Angelica, and 1 qian of Wood Fragrance.

Source

From *Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 4.

Benefits

For pain and distension caused by stagnation of qi and blood in the meridians.

Xiangfu Siwu Decoction,From *Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 4.,For pain and distension caused by stagnation of qi and blood in the meridians.

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