How much of each ingredient should be used in Si Wu Tang?
Disease description:
I’ve heard that Si Wu Tang (Four-Ingredient Decoction) is highly beneficial. My main concerns are sallow, dull, and rough complexion; scanty menstrual flow with dark-colored blood that is mostly clotted. I’m planning to prepare and drink Si Wu Tang. Could you please tell me the recommended dosage for each of the four herbs in this formula?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Li Qinghui
Hello, this medication helps replenish and nourish the blood and is therefore highly suitable for your condition. The formula consists of the following ingredients:
Danggui (Angelica sinensis) – 10 g
Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) – 8 g
Baishao (Paeonia lactiflora, white peony root) – 12 g
Shudihuang (Rehmannia glutinosa, prepared root) – 12 g
Prepare as a decoction with water and take orally. It may be taken three times daily—on an empty stomach in the morning, at noon, and in the evening.
We hope the above information is helpful to you. Wishing you a happy and healthy life!
