Yu Nu Jian (Jade Woman Decoction)

Yu Nu Jian (Jade Woman Decoction)

Medicinal Composition

• Shi Gao (Gypsum) 15-30g

• Shu Di Huang (Prepared Rehmannia Root) 9-30g

• Mai Dong (Ophiopogon Root) 6g

• Zhi Mu (Anemarrhena Rhizome) 4.5g

• Niu Xi (Achyranthes Root) 4.5g

Administration Method
Decoct the above ingredients in one and a half cups of water until the liquid is reduced by about a third. Take warm or cool.[2][3][4] (Modern usage: Decoct in water for oral administration.)

Functions
Primarily treats Stomach heat with Yin deficiency, manifesting as vexing heat and thirst, headache, toothache, bleeding gums, and a red tongue with a dry, yellow coating.[1][4][5] It is also used for conditions such as diabetes (Xiao Ke) and excessive appetite (polyphagia).