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Aconite and Asarum Decoction

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Aconite and Asarum Decoction,Headache of the Shao Yin pattern, cold in the feet with counterflow of cold qi, and a fine pulse.

Formulas Name : Aconite and Asarum Decoction

Chinese Name : 附子细辛汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of black Aconite, 1 qian of Asarum, 1 qian of White Atractylodes, 2 qian and 5 fen of Sichuan Lovage, 5 fen of licorice (roasted), and 5 slices of fresh ginger.

Source

From *Xingyuan*, Volume 5.

Benefits

Headache of the Shao Yin pattern, cold in the feet with counterflow of cold qi, and a fine pulse.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Decoct in water until thoroughly cooked; take before meals.

Aconite and Asarum Decoction,From *Xingyuan*, Volume 5.,Headache of the Shao Yin pattern, cold in the feet with counterflow of cold qi, and a fine pulse.

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