Ginseng and Red Ocher Qi-Calming Decoction

Ginseng and Red Ocher Qi-Calming Decoction,For deficiency of both yin and yang, with shortness of breath, rapid and forced breathing, and a risk of collapse; also treats kidney deficiency failing to retain essence, causing Chong Qi to rise and obstruct, resulting in the failure of stomach qi to descend and leading to fullness and oppression.

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Red Ocher Qi-Calming Decoction

Chinese Name : 参赭镇气汤

Drug Formulation

4 qian of Wild-grown Ginseng, 6 qian of raw Hematite (finely ground), 5 qian of raw Euryale seed, 5 qian of raw Chinese yam, 6 qian of Cornus fruit (pits thoroughly removed), 6 qian of raw Dragon Bone (finely ground), 6 qian of raw Oyster shell (finely ground), 4 qian of raw Hangzhou peony root, and 2 qian of Perilla seeds (roasted and ground).

Source

*Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine*, Volume 1.

Benefits

For deficiency of both yin and yang, with shortness of breath, rapid and forced breathing, and a risk of collapse; also treats kidney deficiency failing to retain essence, causing Chong Qi to rise and obstruct, resulting in the failure of stomach qi to descend and leading to fullness and oppression.

Ginseng and Red Ocher Qi-Calming Decoction,*Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine*, Volume 1.,For deficiency of both yin and yang, with shortness of breath, rapid and forced breathing, and a risk of collapse; also treats kidney deficiency failing to retain essence, causing Chong Qi to rise and obstruct, resulting in the failure of stomach qi to descend and leading to fullness and oppression.

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