Ingredients

2 substances in Liu Yi San — each links to its full herb monograph.

Gan Cao1 Part Gan CaoTonify Qi

Hua Shi6 Parts Hau ShiRegulate Water and Drain Dampness

Preparation & dosage

For decoction, place Hua Shi in a cheese cloth bag.

For powdered dose, use 6 parts Hau Shi to 1 part Gan Cao. Dose: 9-18 grams of powder with warm water.

Originally Appeared In:

Direct Investigations of Formulas for Cold Induced Disorders (Shang Han Zhi Ge Fang Lun)

Sources & References

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