Harmonizing the Abdomen Decoction

Harmonizing the Abdomen Decoction,Enduring hunger and starvation leads to an empty abdomen, which damages the stomach qi. When exposed to unstable weather—alternating between cold and heat—this results in a sensation of oppression and blockage in the chest and diaphragm, resembling a chest constriction.

Formulas Name : Harmonizing the Abdomen Decoction

Chinese Name : 和腹汤

Drug Formulation

Ginseng 1 qian, Bupleurum 1 qian, Licorice 1 qian, Shenqu 1 qian, Magnolia Bark 1 qian, Atractylodes 2 qian, Dried Tangerine Peel 5 fen.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.

Benefits

Enduring hunger and starvation leads to an empty abdomen, which damages the stomach qi. When exposed to unstable weather—alternating between cold and heat—this results in a sensation of oppression and blockage in the chest and diaphragm, resembling a chest constriction.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Harmonizing the Abdomen Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.,Enduring hunger and starvation leads to an empty abdomen, which damages the stomach qi. When exposed to unstable weather—alternating between cold and heat—this results in a sensation of oppression and blockage in the chest and diaphragm, resembling a chest constriction.

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