Ginseng and Atractylodes Decoction

Ginseng and Atractylodes Decoction,For qi reversal with severe shortness of breath.

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Atractylodes Decoction

Chinese Name : 人参白术汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of ginseng, 1 qian of white atractylodes, 1 qian of asparagus root, 1 qian of ophiopogon tuber, 20 grains of schisandra berries, 8 fen of pinellia, 8 fen of donkey-hide gelatin (roasted), and 5 fen of licorice (roasted).

Source

From *Yi Tong*, Volume 44, citing *Yi Chao*.

Benefits

For qi reversal with severe shortness of breath.

Instructions for Use

2 zhan of water; add 3 slices of fresh ginger, decoct until reduced to 8 fen, and drink in one gulp.

Ginseng and Atractylodes Decoction,From *Yi Tong*, Volume 44, citing *Yi Chao*.,For qi reversal with severe shortness of breath.

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