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Yu Shui Decoction

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Yu Shui Decoction,For water-induced edema and distension; damp-heat causing heaviness in the lower back and limbs, and difficulty urinating.

Formulas Name : Yu Shui Decoction

Chinese Name : 禹水汤

Drug Formulation

25 qian of red adzuki beans, 15 qian of areca nut, 15 qian of Alisma, 20 qian of Poria, 20 qian of wheat bran, 10 qian of Shenqu, 10 qian of papaya, and 10 qian of akebia.

Source

From *Supplement to the Essentials of Formulas for Observing and Collecting*, Volume 2.

Processing

Roast the ingredients until charred.

Benefits

For water-induced edema and distension; damp-heat causing heaviness in the lower back and limbs, and difficulty urinating.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Yu Shui Decoction,From *Supplement to the Essentials of Formulas for Observing and Collecting*, Volume 2.,For water-induced edema and distension; damp-heat causing heaviness in the lower back and limbs, and difficulty urinating.

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