Ingredients

8 substances in San Ren Tang — each links to its full herb monograph.

Bai Dou Kou6 gAromatic Herbs that Transform and Dissolve Dampness

Ban Xia9 gWarm Herbs that Transform Phlegm-Cold

Dan Zhu Ye6 gDrain Fire

Hou Po6 gAromatic Herbs that Transform and Dissolve Dampness

Hua Shi18 gRegulate Water and Drain Dampness

Tong Cao6 gRegulate Water and Drain Dampness

Xing Ren15 gRelieve Coughing and Wheezing

Yi Yi Ren18 gRegulate Water and Drain Dampness

Preparation & dosage

Decoction. Dosages are usually reduced by one half to two thirds.

Originally Appeared In:

Systematic Differentiation of Warm Diseases (Wen Bing Tiao Bian)

Sources & References

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