Xixin Decoction

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Xixin Decoction,For consumptive diarrhea, chest and epigastric oppression, shortness of breath, and swelling and distension of the limbs.

Formulas Name : Xixin Decoction

Chinese Name : 细辛饮

Drug Formulation

Asarum (stems and leaves removed) half liang, Stephania half liang, Cinnamon (coarse bark removed) half liang, Angelica (sliced, stir-fried) half liang, Fructus Aurantii (pulp removed, stir-fried with bran) 3 fen, Atractylodes 3 fen, Red Poria (black skin removed) 3 fen, Red Peony Root 3 fen, Astragalus (chopped) 1 fen.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 78.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For consumptive diarrhea, chest and epigastric oppression, shortness of breath, and swelling and distension of the limbs.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian bi per dose; add 1 zhan of water and 3 slices of fresh ginger; decoct until reduced to 7 fen; strain and take while warm, at any time of day.

Xixin Decoction，*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 78.，For consumptive diarrhea, chest and epigastric oppression, shortness of breath, and swelling and distension of the limbs.

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