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Yuyin Decoction,Nourishes yin and relieves depression; softens hardness and disperses nodules. Indicated for liver qi stagnation and yin deficiency with excessive fire.

Formulas Name : Yuyin Decoction

Chinese Name : 育阴汤

Drug Formulation

15 grams of Scrophularia root, 15 grams of Asparagus root, 15 grams of Ophiopogon tuber, 15 grams of Raw Rehmannia root, 15 grams of Pollen, 15 grams of Kelp, 15 grams of Sargassum, 10 grams of Gallnut, and 10 grams of Large Pearl Oyster.

Source

From *Zhai Ming’s Prescriptions*

Benefits

Nourishes yin and relieves depression; softens hardness and disperses nodules. Indicated for liver qi stagnation and yin deficiency with excessive fire.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take one dose daily, divided into two administrations.

Yuyin Decoction，From *Zhai Ming’s Prescriptions*，Nourishes yin and relieves depression; softens hardness and disperses nodules. Indicated for liver qi stagnation and yin deficiency with excessive fire.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
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