Decoction for Consumption

Decoction for Consumption,In cases of pulmonary consumption that has subsequently spread to the liver, the eyes appear hollow and lifeless, the face is pale and bloodless, there is a dull ache in both flanks, acid regurgitation occurs with heat, vomiting occurs with cold, phlegm resembles nasal discharge—sometimes clear, sometimes yellow—and emits a foul odor; the eyes are dry and the corners of the eyes feel gritty; the patient constantly feels the urge to close their eyes; sleep is restless; and the patient is easily startled and prone to fear.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Consumption

Chinese Name : 援瘵汤

Drug Formulation

White Peony Root 1 liang, Chinese Angelica Root 1 liang, Prepared Rehmannia Root 1 liang, Cornus Fruit 5 qian, Poria 5 qian, Soft-shelled Turtle Carapace 5 qian, White Weiye 2 qian.

Source

From *Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 8.

Benefits

In cases of pulmonary consumption that has subsequently spread to the liver, the eyes appear hollow and lifeless, the face is pale and bloodless, there is a dull ache in both flanks, acid regurgitation occurs with heat, vomiting occurs with cold, phlegm resembles nasal discharge—sometimes clear, sometimes yellow—and emits a foul odor; the eyes are dry and the corners of the eyes feel gritty; the patient constantly feels the urge to close their eyes; sleep is restless; and the patient is easily startled and prone to fear.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Decoction for Consumption,From *Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 8.,In cases of pulmonary consumption that has subsequently spread to the liver, the eyes appear hollow and lifeless, the face is pale and bloodless, there is a dull ache in both flanks, acid regurgitation occurs with heat, vomiting occurs with cold, phlegm resembles nasal discharge—sometimes clear, sometimes yellow—and emits a foul odor; the eyes are dry and the corners of the eyes feel gritty; the patient constantly feels the urge to close their eyes; sleep is restless; and the patient is easily startled and prone to fear.

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