Classical Formula Glossary

Wu Pi San (Five Peel powder) 五皮散

Formula Type	Formulas that Expel Dampness
Diagnosis	Skin edema
Action
Indication	Generalize edema with sensation of heaviness, distention and fullness in the epigastrium and abdomen, labored and heavy breathing, urinary difficultyT; White greasy coatingP; moderate and submerged
Remarks	For patterns of vigorous D & Qi stagnation obstructing the greater Yin warp (LU & SP).Also used to treat edemaduring pregnancy
Ingredients	Sang Bai Pi (tested) (15 g) Chen Pi (tested) (9 g) Da Fu Pi (15 g) Fu Ling Pi (15 g) Sheng Jiang (Organic) (6 g)

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