芍藥甘草附子湯

The Prescription of 芍藥甘草附子湯

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 芍藥甘草附子湯

Effect

Strengthen yang and tonify yin.

Administrations

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