Anise and Ginger Decoction

Anise and Ginger Decoction,For all cases of abdominal distension and pain due to qi stagnation in both men and women.

Formulas Name : Anise and Ginger Decoction

Chinese Name : 茴姜汤

Drug Formulation

2.5 liang of Fennel, 1 liang of Green Tangerine Peel, 1 liang of Galangal (soaked in wine, stir-fried), and Tiantai Wuyao (soaked in rice water for one day and one night, stir-fried until golden brown).

Source

From *De Xiao*, Volume 4.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For all cases of abdominal distension and pain due to qi stagnation in both men and women.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add 1 zhan of water, 5 slices of fresh ginger, and 1 jujube; decoct and take on an empty stomach.

Note

Avoid tea.

Anise and Ginger Decoction,From *De Xiao*, Volume 4.,For all cases of abdominal distension and pain due to qi stagnation in both men and women.

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