Qianniu Decoction

Qianniu Decoction,For edema, lung qi stagnation, beriberi, and the uncontrollable sensation of “ben-tun qi” surging upward to the heart and chest.

Formulas Name : Qianniu Decoction

Chinese Name : 牵牛汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of牵牛子, 1 liang of betel nut (steamed and chopped), 1 liang of木香, 1 liang of red Poria (black skin removed), and 1 liang of aged tangerine peel (white pith removed, roasted).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 79.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For edema, lung qi stagnation, beriberi, and the uncontrollable sensation of “ben-tun qi” surging upward to the heart and chest.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian bi per dose; add 1 zhan of water, decoct until it boils 2–3 times, strain, and take while warm.

Qianniu Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 79.,For edema, lung qi stagnation, beriberi, and the uncontrollable sensation of “ben-tun qi” surging upward to the heart and chest.

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