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Add the Weight-Loss Qi-Regulating Pills,A mass in the liver is located beneath the left flank, resembling an inverted cup, with a distinct head and base. If left untreated for a long time, it causes coughing and retching, as well as malaria that persists year after year; the pulse is string-like and fine.

Formulas Name : Add the Weight-Loss Qi-Regulating Pills

Chinese Name : 加减肥气丸

Drug Formulation

Bupleurum root (half liang), Magnolia bark (half liang), Ginseng (half liang), Dried ginger (half liang), Sichuan aconite (3 qian), Croton seed powder (3 qian), Cinnamon bark (2 qian), Coptis root (1 liang), Sichuan pepper (5 fen), Licorice root (5 fen).

Source

From *Zhunsheng: Categorized Formulas*, Volume 2.

Processing

Grind all ingredients except the Croton Seed Powder into a fine powder; then mix in the Croton Seed Powder and blend thoroughly. Form into pills the size of a Paulownia seed using refined honey.

Benefits

A mass in the liver is located beneath the left flank, resembling an inverted cup, with a distinct head and base. If left untreated for a long time, it causes coughing and retching, as well as malaria that persists year after year; the pulse is string-like and fine.

Instructions for Use

Begin with 2 pills; add 1 pill on the first day, 2 pills on the second day, and gradually increase the dose until the stool becomes slightly loose. Then resume increasing the dose by 2 pills at a time, taking them on an empty stomach with a small amount of diluted vinegar water.

Add the Weight-Loss Qi-Regulating Pills,From *Zhunsheng: Categorized Formulas*, Volume 2.,A mass in the liver is located beneath the left flank, resembling an inverted cup, with a distinct head and base. If left untreated for a long time, it causes coughing and retching, as well as malaria that persists year after year; the pulse is string-like and fine.

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