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Almond and Gypsum Decoction

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Almond and Gypsum Decoction,For jaundice with a deep pulse, epigastric fullness and nausea, constipation, and dark urine—indicating a syndrome of the Triple Energizer.

Formulas Name : Almond and Gypsum Decoction

Chinese Name : 杏仁石膏汤

Drug Formulation

5 qian of apricot kernels, 8 qian of gypsum, 5 qian of Pinellia, 3 qian of gardenia, 3 qian of Phellodendron, juice of Trifoliate Orange (3 teaspoons per dose, mixed with water), and ginger juice (3 teaspoons per dose, mixed with water).

Source

*Treatise on Warm Diseases* (Wen Bing Tiao Bian), Volume 2.

Benefits

For jaundice with a deep pulse, epigastric fullness and nausea, constipation, and dark urine—indicating a syndrome of the Triple Energizer.

Instructions for Use

Add 8 cups of water, boil down to 3 cups, and divide into 3 doses.

Almond and Gypsum Decoction,*Treatise on Warm Diseases* (Wen Bing Tiao Bian), Volume 2.,For jaundice with a deep pulse, epigastric fullness and nausea, constipation, and dark urine—indicating a syndrome of the Triple Energizer.

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