Cinnamon Twig, Ginger, and Bitter Orange Decoction

Cinnamon Twig, Ginger, and Bitter Orange Decoction,For epigastric fullness, various types of counterflow, and heart-suspending pain; epigastric fullness and oppression, counterflow of qi rising to cause pain, vomiting, nausea, belching, aversion to cold, and preference for warmth.

Formulas Name : Cinnamon Twig, Ginger, and Bitter Orange Decoction

Chinese Name : 桂枝生姜枳实汤

Drug Formulation

3 liang of Cinnamomum twig, 3 liang of fresh ginger, 5 pieces of Zhi Shi.

Source

*Jin Gui* (The Golden Chamber), Volume 1.

Benefits

For epigastric fullness, various types of counterflow, and heart-suspending pain; epigastric fullness and oppression, counterflow of qi rising to cause pain, vomiting, nausea, belching, aversion to cold, and preference for warmth.

Instructions for Use

Boil 6 sheng of water until reduced to 3 sheng; divide into 3 doses and take warm.

Note

Avoid raw scallions.

Cinnamon Twig, Ginger, and Bitter Orange Decoction,*Jin Gui* (The Golden Chamber), Volume 1.,For epigastric fullness, various types of counterflow, and heart-suspending pain; epigastric fullness and oppression, counterflow of qi rising to cause pain, vomiting, nausea, belching, aversion to cold, and preference for warmth.

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