Aconite Life-Sustaining Decoction,*Collection of Life-Preserving Formulas*, Middle Volume.,For stroke affecting the Taiyang meridian, characterized by absence of sweat and a cold body.
Aconite Life-Sustaining Decoction
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Formulas Name : Aconite Life-Sustaining Decoction
Chinese Name : 附子续命汤
Drug Formulation
1 liang of Ephedra (knots removed), 1 liang of Ginseng, 1 liang of Scutellaria, 1 liang of Peony, 1 liang of Stephania, 1 liang of Cinnamon Twig, 1 liang of Ligusticum, 1.5 liang of Saposhnikovia, 1 liang of Aconite, 1 liang of Apricot Kernel, 4 liang of Licorice, and 1 liang of Dried Ginger.
Source
*Collection of Life-Preserving Formulas*, Middle Volume.
Processing
Grind all ingredients except Aconite and Apricot Kernels into a coarse powder; then add the two ingredients and mix thoroughly.
Benefits
For stroke affecting the Taiyang meridian, characterized by absence of sweat and a cold body.
Instructions for Use
Take 5–7 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water and 5 slices of fresh ginger; decoct until reduced to 1 zhan; strain; and take while still slightly warm before meals.
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Aconite Life-Sustaining Decoction,For stroke affecting the Taiyang meridian, characterized by absence of sweat and a cold body.