Oyster (roasted), Alisma, Shujin (washed with warm water to remove fishy smell), Tinglizi (roasted), Shanglu root (roasted), Seaweed (washed to remove saltiness), Trichosanthes root, equal parts of each.

bubble_chart Preparation and Dosage

Crush the above 7 ingredients separately, sieve and grind into powder, then further grind in a mortar. Administer 1 gram (square-cùn spoon) with plain water, three times a day; stop taking after urination improves.

bubble_chart Efficacy

Promote diuresis and reduce swelling.

bubble_chart Indications

After recovering from a serious illness, there is an accumulation of water and dampness, with swelling below the waist, difficulty in urination, and a deep, strong pulse.

bubble_chart Formula Principles

In the formula, oyster shell and seaweed soften hardness and promote water movement; Pepperweed Seed and Alisma drain the lungs and promote diuresis; Dichroa Twig and Leaf, along with Pokeberry Root, expel water and clear heat; Trichosanthes Root promotes fluid production to quench thirst, and when used with diuretic herbs, it ensures that water is expelled without damaging body fluids. Together, these herbs achieve the effect of expelling water and reducing swelling.

bubble_chart Cautions and Contraindications

Those with kidney deficiency should avoid taking it.