Qi-Gathering Powder

Qi-Gathering Powder,Caused by cold medications damaging the lungs, resulting in inability to eat, fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm, acid regurgitation and qi reversal, and persistent cough.

Formulas Name : Qi-Gathering Powder

Chinese Name : 撮气散

Drug Formulation

Atractylodes macrocephala 2 liang, Dried Ginger 2 liang, Astragalus (stir-fried with honey water), Aconite Root 1 liang, Sichuan Pepper 1 liang, Apricot Kernels 1 liang, Licorice 5 qian.

Source

*The Heart Book of Bian Que* (Divine Formulas).

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

Caused by cold medications damaging the lungs, resulting in inability to eat, fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm, acid regurgitation and qi reversal, and persistent cough.

Instructions for Use

Take 4 qian per dose; decoct in water and take while warm. Upon initial administration, the body may experience a struggle between cold and heat, accompanied by restlessness and the urge to vomit; shortly thereafter, the symptoms will subside, and lung qi will naturally descend.

Qi-Gathering Powder,*The Heart Book of Bian Que* (Divine Formulas).,Caused by cold medications damaging the lungs, resulting in inability to eat, fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm, acid regurgitation and qi reversal, and persistent cough.

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