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Yizhiren Decoction,For accumulated cold in the Kidney Meridian, hernia pain accompanied by cramping in the lower abdomen and incessant crying out, with a deep and taut pulse.

Formulas Name : Yizhiren Decoction

Chinese Name : 益智仁汤

Drug Formulation

Yizhiren 3 qian, dried ginger (roasted) 3 qian, licorice (roasted) 3 qian, fennel (roasted) 3 qian, Aconite (roasted, peeled) half liang, fresh ginger half liang, green tangerine peel (white pith removed) 2 qian.

Source

*Ji Sheng*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For accumulated cold in the Kidney Meridian, hernia pain accompanied by cramping in the lower abdomen and incessant crying out, with a deep and taut pulse.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Take 4 qian per dose; add 2 zhan of water and a pinch of salt, then decoct until reduced to 7 fen. Strain and take warm on an empty stomach or before meals.

Yizhiren Decoction，*Ji Sheng*, Volume 3.，For accumulated cold in the Kidney Meridian, hernia pain accompanied by cramping in the lower abdomen and incessant crying out, with a deep and taut pulse.

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