Prescriptions for Inducing Diuresis to Remove Dampness · 3-min read

茵陈五苓散

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NameThe Prescription of 茵陈五苓散SourceThe book Jin Gui Yao LueIngredientsYin Chen Hao 30 g,The Prescription of Wuling San 15 g.ExplanationYin Chen: Eliminating dampness and treating jaundice, clearing heat and removing toxicity.Ze Xie: Removing dampness and promoting diuresis.Fu Ling and Zhu Ling: Remo

Name

The Prescription of 茵陈五苓散

Source

The book Jin Gui Yao Lue

Ingredients

Yin Chen Hao 30 g,The Prescription of Wuling San 15 g.

Explanation

Yin Chen: Eliminating dampness and treating jaundice, clearing heat and removing toxicity.

Ze Xie: Removing dampness and promoting diuresis.

Fu Ling and Zhu Ling: Removing excessive fluid by promoting diuresis.

Bai Zhu: Strengthening the spleen to remove dampness.

Gui Zhi: Relieving exterior syndrome by expelling pathogenic cold, warming the urinary bladder to promote the discharge of urine.

The Effect of 茵陈五苓散

Effect

Moisten dryness, clear heat and eliminate dampness.

Indications

Jaundice due to damp-heat, difficult urination.

Administrations

Mix the two ingredients. Take 6 g of it with rice water on empty stomach 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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