Modified Peach Kernel Decoction for Relieving Constipation

Modified Peach Kernel Decoction for Relieving Constipation,For blood stasis in the lower jiao with a deep and hollow pulse.

Formulas Name : Modified Peach Kernel Decoction for Relieving Constipation

Chinese Name : 加减桃仁承气汤

Drug Formulation

Half a liang of peach kernels, 1 liang of rhubarb, 2 qian of licorice, and 3 qian of half-cinnamon.

Source

From *Yunqi Zi Mai Jue*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For blood stasis in the lower jiao with a deep and hollow pulse.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. For each dose, take 1 liang of the mixture, add 2 zhan of water and 7 slices of fresh ginger, and decoct until reduced by half. Strain out the residue, add 3 qian of sodium carbonate, dissolve it completely, and take after a meal. Continue until bowel movements occur; if not, take another dose.

Modified Peach Kernel Decoction for Relieving Constipation,From *Yunqi Zi Mai Jue*, Volume 3.,For blood stasis in the lower jiao with a deep and hollow pulse.

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