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Moisten The Intestines and Unblock Bowels

These formulas induce bowel movements by lubricating the intestines. Herbs in the formulas are typically sweet, bland, and oily. Useful in treating constipation due to dryness commonly seen in the febrile disease, debility, childbirth, from opiate and other pharmaceutical usage, or the elderly.

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