Chuanxiong, Atractylodes, Ginger, Gardenia, and Erchen Decoction

Chuanxiong, Atractylodes, Ginger, Gardenia, and Erchen Decoction,For those with a pre-existing condition of phlegm-fire, suffering from unbearable, acute pain in the epigastric region, and unable to digest food.

Formulas Name : Chuanxiong, Atractylodes, Ginger, Gardenia, and Erchen Decoction

Chinese Name : 芎术姜栀二陈汤

Drug Formulation

Chuanxiong 1 qian, Dried Ginger (roasted) 1 qian, Cangzhu (processed with rice water) 1 qian, Gardenia (roasted) 1 qian, Chenpi (white pith removed) 2 qian 2 fen, Banxia (roasted with ginger juice) 1 qian, Poria (peeled) 1 qian, Licorice 5 fen.

Source

From *Hui Chun*, Volume 5.

Processing

Coarsely chop the above ingredients to make one dose.

Benefits

For those with a pre-existing condition of phlegm-fire, suffering from unbearable, acute pain in the epigastric region, and unable to digest food.

Instructions for Use

Add 5 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take warm when the pain is at its peak. Once the pain subsides, wait half a day before eating or drinking.

Chuanxiong, Atractylodes, Ginger, Gardenia, and Erchen Decoction,From *Hui Chun*, Volume 5.,For those with a pre-existing condition of phlegm-fire, suffering from unbearable, acute pain in the epigastric region, and unable to digest food.

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