Sweet and Cold Qi-Tonifying Decoction

Sweet and Cold Qi-Tonifying Decoction,For cases of internal cold where, after taking medication, all symptoms have resolved but there remains a slight obstruction in the meridians, and where the administration of pungent-warm herbs fails to provide relief.

Formulas Name : Sweet and Cold Qi-Tonifying Decoction

Chinese Name : 甘寒补气汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of Ginseng, 1 qian of Ophiopogon, 1 qian and 2 fen of Astragalus (honey-fried), 1 qian of White Peony Root (wine-fried), 7 fen of Licorice (fried), 2 qian of Raw Rehmannia, 8 fen of Peony Bark, 7 fen of Bamboo Leaves (fresh; extract a small amount of juice, then stir-fry until dry).

Source

*Lü Fa*, Volume 2.

Benefits

For cases of internal cold where, after taking medication, all symptoms have resolved but there remains a slight obstruction in the meridians, and where the administration of pungent-warm herbs fails to provide relief.

Instructions for Use

Decoct 2 large bowls of water until reduced to 1 bowl; add a small amount of pear juice and take while hot. If pear juice is unavailable, bamboo sap may be used as a substitute.

Sweet and Cold Qi-Tonifying Decoction,*Lü Fa*, Volume 2.,For cases of internal cold where, after taking medication, all symptoms have resolved but there remains a slight obstruction in the meridians, and where the administration of pungent-warm herbs fails to provide relief.

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