Ginseng Stomach-Opening Decoction

Ginseng Stomach-Opening Decoction,Disharmony of the spleen and stomach, with loss of appetite.

Formulas Name : Ginseng Stomach-Opening Decoction

Chinese Name : 人参开胃汤

Drug Formulation

Ginseng, tangerine peel, cloves, wood fragrant, patchouli, Shenqu (roasted), barley malt (roasted), Atractylodes macrocephala, Poria cocos, Amomum villosum, lotus seed kernel, Magnolia officinalis (processed), Pinellia tuber (fermented), and licorice (roasted)—each in equal parts.

Source

*The Direct Pointers*, Volume 6.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

Disharmony of the spleen and stomach, with loss of appetite.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose, add 4 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and drink.

Ginseng Stomach-Opening Decoction,*The Direct Pointers*, Volume 6.,Disharmony of the spleen and stomach, with loss of appetite.

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