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茯苓甘草汤

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NameThe Prescription of 茯苓甘草汤IngredientsFu Ling 6 g,Gui Zhi 6 g,Zhi Gan Cao 3 g,Sheng Jiang 9 g.ExplanationGui Zhi: Being pungent and sweet in flavor and warm in nature, expelling pathogenic factors from the muscles and skin by means of diaphoresis, warming the channels to dispel pathogenic cold.Zhi

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The Prescription of 茯苓甘草汤

Ingredients

Fu Ling 6 g,Gui Zhi 6 g,Zhi Gan Cao 3 g,Sheng Jiang 9 g.

Explanation

Gui Zhi: Being pungent and sweet in flavor and warm in nature, expelling pathogenic factors from the muscles and skin by means of diaphoresis, warming the channels to dispel pathogenic cold.

Zhi Gan Cao: Supplementing Qi and regulating the stomach, together with Gui Zhi aiding in expelling the pathogenic factors from the muscles and skin, together with Shao Yao replenishing Yin, tempering the actions of all the other ingredients.

Sheng Jiang: Being pungent in flavor and warm in nature, assisting Gui Zhi in expelling pathogenic factors from the muscles and skin, warming the stomach to prevent vomiting.

Fu Ling: Inducing diuresis and draining dampness, invigorating the spleen and inducing tranquilization.

The Effect of 茯苓甘草汤

Effect

Warm yang, resolve retained fluid and promote diuresis.

Indications

Retained fluid, palpitation and faint.

Administrations

Decoct in water for oral dose to be taken three times a day.

When to see a doctor: herbal care suits mild, everyday issues. For worsening, severe, or sudden symptoms — or if you are pregnant, on medication, or treating a child — consult a licensed practitioner first.

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