Agastache Stomach-Nourishing Decoction，*San Yin*, Volume 9.，Stomach deficiency leading to loss of appetite, weakness and atrophy of the limbs, and inability to walk or stand—all result from Yangming deficiency, whereby the tendons and ligaments lack nourishment, thus leading to atrophy and paralysis. Deficiency of the Yangming Meridian fails to nourish the muscles and flesh, causing sores to form in the genital area that do not heal.
Agastache Stomach-Nourishing Decoction
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Formulas Name : Agastache Stomach-Nourishing Decoction
Chinese Name : 藿香养胃汤
Drug Formulation
Half a liang of Agastache, half a liang of Atractylodes macrocephala, half a liang of Poria cocos, half a liang of Shenqu (roasted), half a liang of Wuyao (wood removed), half a liang of Amomum villosum, half a liang of Coix seed (roasted), half a liang of Pinellia tuber, half a liang of Ginseng, 3.5 qian of Piper longum, and 3.5 qian of licorice (roasted).
Source
*San Yin*, Volume 9.
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.
Benefits
Stomach deficiency leading to loss of appetite, weakness and atrophy of the limbs, and inability to walk or stand—all result from Yangming deficiency, whereby the tendons and ligaments lack nourishment, thus leading to atrophy and paralysis. Deficiency of the Yangming Meridian fails to nourish the muscles and flesh, causing sores to form in the genital area that do not heal.
Instructions for Use
Take 4 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water, 5 slices of fresh ginger, and 2 jujubes; decoct together until reduced to 7 fen. Strain and drink; take at any time.
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Agastache Stomach-Nourishing Decoction,Stomach deficiency leading to loss of appetite, weakness and atrophy of the limbs, and inability to walk or stand—all result from Yangming deficiency, whereby the tendons and ligaments lack nourishment, thus leading to atrophy and paralysis. Deficiency of the Yangming Meridian fails to nourish the muscles and flesh, causing sores to form in the genital area that do not heal.