Youqi Decoction

Youqi Decoction,For cold-induced reversal of qi. This condition arises from an excess of organ qi, cold-induced deficiency and debility, or anxiety and fright. The patient experiences frequent palpitations, a sensation of cold in the chest that moves unpredictably up and down, frequent feelings of sadness, and wandering swellings resembling nodules in the limbs and around the navel, accompanied by constipation.

Formulas Name : Youqi Decoction

Chinese Name : 游气汤

Drug Formulation

Magnolia Bark (roasted) 4 liang, Ginseng 2 liang, Licorice (roasted) 2 liang, Oyster Shell 2 liang (simmered), Poria 4 liang, Cinnamon Bark 1 liang, Pinellia 1 liang (washed), Gardenia 4 pieces, Fresh Ginger 8 liang, Scutellaria 3 liang.

Source

From *Gujin Luyan*, cited in Volume 9 of *Wai Tai*.

Processing

Cut the ingredients as directed.

Benefits

For cold-induced reversal of qi. This condition arises from an excess of organ qi, cold-induced deficiency and debility, or anxiety and fright. The patient experiences frequent palpitations, a sensation of cold in the chest that moves unpredictably up and down, frequent feelings of sadness, and wandering swellings resembling nodules in the limbs and around the navel, accompanied by constipation.

Instructions for Use

Boil in 9 sheng of water until reduced to 3.5 sheng; strain out the residue; divide into doses of 7 he each; take 3 times a day and 2 times at night.

Note

Avoid seaweed, Chinese cabbage, raw scallions, mutton, and foods preserved in vinegar.

Youqi Decoction,From *Gujin Luyan*, cited in Volume 9 of *Wai Tai*.,For cold-induced reversal of qi. This condition arises from an excess of organ qi, cold-induced deficiency and debility, or anxiety and fright. The patient experiences frequent palpitations, a sensation of cold in the chest that moves unpredictably up and down, frequent feelings of sadness, and wandering swellings resembling nodules in the limbs and around the navel, accompanied by constipation.

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