Classical Formula Glossary

Zhen Wu Tang (Black Turtle Decoction; True Warrior Decoction) 真武湯 (真武汤)

Formula Type	Formulas that Expel Dampness
Diagnosis	KI Yang deficiency orSP & KI Yang deficiency with retention of pathogenic water
Action
Indication	Abdominal pain that is aggravated by cold, urinary difficulty, deep aching and heaviness in the extremitiesT; Pale, dark, swollen with tooth marks & white, slippery coatingP; Submerged, thin and forceless
Remarks	May also be generalized edema, loose stools, dizziness, a heavy sensation in the head, palpitation, coughing and vomiting. Also for externally-contracted disorders with sweating that does not reduce the fever and palpitations in the epigastrium
Ingredients	Fu Zi (Zhi) (9 g) Bai Shao (tested) (9 g) Sheng Jiang (Organic) (9 g) Bai Zhu (Organic) (6 g) Fu Ling (Organic) (9 g)

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