Yinchen Zhuyu Decoction,*Essentials of Shanghan* (Volume 2).,For yin-type jaundice, administer this decoction when symptoms have not subsided after taking Yinchen-Fuzi Decoction and the pulse is hidden.
Yinchen Zhuyu Decoction
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Formulas Name : Yinchen Zhuyu Decoction
Chinese Name : 茵陈茱萸汤
Drug Formulation
1 liang of Wu Zhu Yu, 1 liang of Mu Tong, 1.5 liang of dried ginger, 1.5 liang of Yin Chen, 0.3 fen of Dang Gui, and 2 pieces of Fu Zi (sliced into 8 pieces).
Source
*Essentials of Shanghan* (Volume 2).
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a powder.
Benefits
For yin-type jaundice, administer this decoction when symptoms have not subsided after taking Yinchen-Fuzi Decoction and the pulse is hidden.
Instructions for Use
Add 4 sheng of water, boil down to 2 sheng, strain, let cool to lukewarm, and divide into 4 doses.
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Yinchen Zhuyu Decoction,For yin-type jaundice, administer this decoction when symptoms have not subsided after taking Yinchen-Fuzi Decoction and the pulse is hidden.