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Agarwood Decoction,For qi stagnation in the diaphragm causing vomiting and regurgitation, inability to eat or drink, and fullness and distension in the chest and heart region.

Formulas Name : Agarwood Decoction

Chinese Name : 沉香煮散

Drug Formulation

1 liang of agarwood (chopped), 1 liang of fennel seeds (roasted), 1 liang of green tangerine peel (soaked in hot water, white pith removed, dried, and roasted), 1 liang of black pepper, 1 liang of black cardamom, 1 liang of Chinese toon fruit (chopped), and 1 liang of aged tangerine peel (soaked in hot water, white pith removed, dried, and roasted).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 62.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For qi stagnation in the diaphragm causing vomiting and regurgitation, inability to eat or drink, and fullness and distension in the chest and heart region.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian bi per dose, along with 5 cun of scallion white (crushed), half a zhan of wine, and half a zhan of a child’s urine. Simmer together until reduced to 6 fen, allow to cool to a warm temperature, mix with the residue, and consume. For severe cases, do not exceed 3 doses.

Agarwood Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 62.,For qi stagnation in the diaphragm causing vomiting and regurgitation, inability to eat or drink, and fullness and distension in the chest and heart region.

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