Needle Sand Decoction

Needle Sand Decoction,For jaundice with a swollen abdomen, epigastric fullness or distension, and severe shortness of breath and palpitations upon walking.

Formulas Name : Needle Sand Decoction

Chinese Name : 针砂汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of Cinnamomum cassia twigs, 1 qian of Poria cocos, 1 qian of Atractylodes macrocephala, 1 qian of Glycyrrhiza uralensis, 7 fen or 1 qian of needle sand, 8 fen of Panax ginseng, and 8 fen of oyster shell.

Source

*Selected Formulas of Renowned Physicians*.

Benefits

For jaundice with a swollen abdomen, epigastric fullness or distension, and severe shortness of breath and palpitations upon walking.

Instructions for Use

Boil in 2 he of water until reduced to 1 he; take while warm.

Needle Sand Decoction,*Selected Formulas of Renowned Physicians*.,For jaundice with a swollen abdomen, epigastric fullness or distension, and severe shortness of breath and palpitations upon walking.

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