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Zuo Guan Decoction

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Zuo Guan Decoction,For cases where the spleen has been injured by raw or cold foods, with recent episodes of diarrhea or dysentery, and where kidney qi has not yet been impaired.

Formulas Name : Zuo Guan Decoction

Chinese Name : 佐关煎

Drug Formulation

Magnolia Bark (roasted) 1 qian, Tangerine Peel (roasted) 1 qian, Chinese Yam (roasted) 2 qian, Cowpea (roasted) 2 qian, Fried Licorice Root 7 fen, Poria 2 qian, Alisma 2 qian, Dried Ginger (roasted) 1–2 qian, Cinnamon Bark 1–2 qian.

Source

*The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.

Benefits

For cases where the spleen has been injured by raw or cold foods, with recent episodes of diarrhea or dysentery, and where kidney qi has not yet been impaired.

Instructions for Use

Decoct with 1.5 zhong of water and take the decoction.

Zuo Guan Decoction,*The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.,For cases where the spleen has been injured by raw or cold foods, with recent episodes of diarrhea or dysentery, and where kidney qi has not yet been impaired.

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