Decoction for Dispersing Stagnant Qi

Decoction for Dispersing Stagnant Qi,For stagnant qi congested in the epigastric region, accompanied by mild pain in the lower abdomen, fullness and distension beneath the heart, loss of appetite, food not digesting even after eating, and persistent sensation of fullness.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Dispersing Stagnant Qi

Chinese Name : 散滞气汤

Drug Formulation

2 fen of Angelica sinensis root, 3 fen of tangerine peel, 4 fen of Bupleurum root, 1 qian of fried licorice root, 1 qian 5 fen of Pinellia tuber, 5 slices of fresh ginger, and a small amount of safflower.

Source

*Treatise on the Spleen and Stomach*, Volume 2.

Processing

Coarsely chop the ingredients to the size of sesame or mung beans; take all as a single dose.

Benefits

For stagnant qi congested in the epigastric region, accompanied by mild pain in the lower abdomen, fullness and distension beneath the heart, loss of appetite, food not digesting even after eating, and persistent sensation of fullness.

Instructions for Use

Decoct 2 zhan of water until reduced to 1 zhan; strain out the residue; take while still slightly warm before meals.

Decoction for Dispersing Stagnant Qi,*Treatise on the Spleen and Stomach*, Volume 2.,For stagnant qi congested in the epigastric region, accompanied by mild pain in the lower abdomen, fullness and distension beneath the heart, loss of appetite, food not digesting even after eating, and persistent sensation of fullness.

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