Large Aconite Decoction

Large Aconite Decoction,For abdominal pain with a string-like and tight pulse: a string-like pulse indicates that the defensive qi is not circulating, leading to aversion to cold; a tight pulse indicates a lack of appetite. When pathogenic and righteous qi fail to combat each other, it results in a cold-induced ulcer. For cold hernia causing pain around the navel, accompanied by the discharge of white fluid upon onset, cold extremities, and a deep, tight pulse.

Formulas Name : Large Aconite Decoction

Chinese Name : 大乌头汤

Drug Formulation

5 large Aconite roots (roasted, peeled, and not coarsely chopped).

Source

*The Golden Chamber* (Jin Gui), Volume 1.

Benefits

For abdominal pain with a string-like and tight pulse: a string-like pulse indicates that the defensive qi is not circulating, leading to aversion to cold; a tight pulse indicates a lack of appetite. When pathogenic and righteous qi fail to combat each other, it results in a cold-induced ulcer. For cold hernia causing pain around the navel, accompanied by the discharge of white fluid upon onset, cold extremities, and a deep, tight pulse.

Instructions for Use

Add 3 sheng of water to the ingredients, boil down to 1 sheng, strain out the residue, add 2 sheng of honey, and simmer until all the liquid has evaporated, yielding 2 sheng. Strong individuals should take 7 he; weak individuals should take 5 he. If not cured, take another dose the next day; do not take two doses in one day.

Large Aconite Decoction,*The Golden Chamber* (Jin Gui), Volume 1.,For abdominal pain with a string-like and tight pulse: a string-like pulse indicates that the defensive qi is not circulating, leading to aversion to cold; a tight pulse indicates a lack of appetite. When pathogenic and righteous qi fail to combat each other, it results in a cold-induced ulcer. For cold hernia causing pain around the navel, accompanied by the discharge of white fluid upon onset, cold extremities, and a deep, tight pulse.

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