Tianma and Banxia Decoction

Tianma and Banxia Decoction,Internal wind-phlegm causing chest and diaphragm discomfort, dizziness and blackouts, a persistent urge to vomit, heat above and cold below, and inability to sleep peacefully.

Formulas Name : Tianma and Banxia Decoction

Chinese Name : 天麻半夏汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of Gastrodia elata, 1 qian of Pinellia ternata, 7 fen of tangerine peel (white pith removed), 7 fen of Bupleurum chinense, 5 fen of Scutellaria baicalensis (wine-processed and stir-fried), 5 fen of Glycyrrhiza uralensis, 5 fen of Poria cocos (peeled), 5 fen of Saposhnikovia divaricata, and 3 fen of Coptis chinensis (stems removed).

Source

From *The Precious Mirror of Health* (Volume 22).

Benefits

Internal wind-phlegm causing chest and diaphragm discomfort, dizziness and blackouts, a persistent urge to vomit, heat above and cold below, and inability to sleep peacefully.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients; combine them into one dose. Add 2 zhan of water and 3 slices of fresh ginger; boil until reduced to 1 zhan, strain, and take warm after meals.

Note

Avoid alcohol, wheat products, and raw or cold foods.

Tianma and Banxia Decoction,From *The Precious Mirror of Health* (Volume 22).,Internal wind-phlegm causing chest and diaphragm discomfort, dizziness and blackouts, a persistent urge to vomit, heat above and cold below, and inability to sleep peacefully.

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