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Shaoyao Gancao Fuzi Tang

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NameThe Prescription of Shaoyao Gancao Fuzi TangSourceThe book Shang Han LunIngredientsZhi Gan Cao 9 g,Shao Yao 9 g,Fu Zi 3 g.ExplanationShao Yao: Astringing the liver to alleviate pain.Gan Cao: Removing heat and toxic material, coordinating the actions of all the other ingredients, getting together

Name

The Prescription of Shaoyao Gancao Fuzi Tang

Source

The book Shang Han Lun

Ingredients

Zhi Gan Cao 9 g,Shao Yao 9 g,Fu Zi 3 g.

Explanation

Shao Yao: Astringing the liver to alleviate pain.

Gan Cao: Removing heat and toxic material, coordinating the actions of all the other ingredients, getting together with Bai Shao to relieve spasm and pain.

Fu Zi: Restoring yang from collapse, reinforcing fire and strengthening yang, dispelling cold to alleviate pain.

The Effect of Shaoyao Gancao Fuzi Tang

Effect

Strengthen yang and tonify yin.

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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