zhen wu tang
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Nomenaclature

zhēn wǔ tāng
真武湯
True Warrior Decoction
Other Translations

Meaning of the Name


Functions

Drain Dampness

Release exterior and induce diaphoresis
Sx: abdominal pain which is aggravated by cold, urinary difficulty, and deep aching and heaviness in the extremities. There may also be generalized edema, loose stools, dizziness, a heavy sensation in the head, palpitations, coughing, vomiting. T: a pale or dark swollen tongue with tooth marks and a white, slippery tongue coating. P: submerged, thin and forceless.


Composition:

fu zi 9g

bai zhu 6g

fu ling 9g

sheng jiang 9g

bai shao 9g


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Preparation and Administration


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Patent medicine equivalents or alternatives


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Footnote:


Herbs with this formula

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