Agarwood and Notopterygium Decoction

Agarwood and Notopterygium Decoction,For beriberi, constipation (both severe and mild), or when symptoms ascend to the abdomen and affect the heart, causing pain, swelling, and distension.

Formulas Name : Agarwood and Notopterygium Decoction

Chinese Name : 沉香羌活汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Agarwood, 3 qian of Wood Fragrance, 3 qian of Notopterygium, 3 qian of White Peony Root, 3 qian of Areca Nut, 2 qian of Licorice (roasted), 2 qian of Sichuan Lovage, 2 qian of Trifoliate Orange Peel, 2 qian of Green Tangerine Peel, 2 qian of Perilla Stems and Leaves, 2 qian of Perilla Seeds, 2 qian of Wood Apple.

Source

From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Pujifang), Volume 245.

Benefits

For beriberi, constipation (both severe and mild), or when symptoms ascend to the abdomen and affect the heart, causing pain, swelling, and distension.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Take 4 qian per dose; boil with 1 zhan of water and 3 slices of fresh ginger; take before meals.

Agarwood and Notopterygium Decoction,From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Pujifang), Volume 245.,For beriberi, constipation (both severe and mild), or when symptoms ascend to the abdomen and affect the heart, causing pain, swelling, and distension.

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