Herbal Formula for Postpartum Thirst
Herbal Prescription (One)
【Syndrome Differentiation】Deficiency of stomach yin, qi deficiency with heat.
【Treatment Principle】Tonify qi and nourish yin, clear stomach heat and relieve thirst.
【Formula Name】Bamboo Leaf Dang Gui Qi Li Tang.
【Composition】4.5 grams bamboo leaf, 3 grams angelica, 3 grams white atractylodes, 3 grams ginseng, 6 grams astragalus, 1.5 grams stir-fried licorice, 2.1 grams ophiopogon (without heart).
【Usage】Decoct in water, take one dose daily, twice daily.
【Source】"Commentary on Women's Good Prescriptions," Volume Twenty-One<Thirst>