Classical Formula Glossary

Shao Yao Tang (Peony Decoction) 芍藥湯

Formula Type	Formulas that Clear Heat
Diagnosis	Dysenteric disorder due to damp-heat lodged in the Intestines
Action	Regulates and harmonises the Qi and Blood, clears heat, dries dampness and resolves toxicity
Indication	Abdominal pain, tenesmus, difficulty w/defecation, diarrhea w/pus and blood (equal amounts), burning sensation around the anus, dark, scanty urine, greasy, slightly yellow tongue coating, and rapid pulse
Remarks	Combined focus on clearing damp-heat and regulating the Qi.
Ingredients	Bai Shao (tested) (20 g) Dang Gui (tested) (9 g) Gan Cao (Zhi) (4.5 g) Mu Xiang (tested) (4.5 g) Bing Lang (4.5 g) Huang Lian (9 g) Huang Qin (Organic) (12 g) Da Huang(tested) (9 g) Rou Gui (3 g)

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