Shui Zhi (Leech)

Di Dang Tang  抵档汤Resistance Decoctionor Appropriate Decoctionalso called Rhubarb and Leech Decoction Tradition: TCM Source / Author: Discussion of Cold-induced Disorders (Shang Han Lun) Herb Name Shui Zhi (Leech)Meng Chong (Gad fly)Tao Ren (Peach kernel)Da Huang (Rhubarb) Latin Hirudo nipponicaTabanus mandarinusPrunus persicaRheum palmatum Amount 9–12 grams ea. 6–9 grams ea. Preparation: Prepare a standard decoction….