Amber and Poria Paste

Amber and Poria Paste,Loss of mental equilibrium gradually leads to “heart wind.”

Formulas Name : Amber and Poria Paste

Chinese Name : 琥珀茯苓膏

Drug Formulation

1 liang of ginseng, half a liang of tangerine peel, 2 liang of angelica root (soaked in wine, chopped; simmer these three ingredients into a thin paste yielding one bowl), 2 liang of white poria (ground into powder), and half a liang of amber (ground into a separate powder).

Source

*Yi Tong*, Volume 49.

Processing

Mix the ginseng paste with the amber and Poria powder until well blended; if the mixture is too thick, add honey to adjust the consistency as needed.

Benefits

Loss of mental equilibrium gradually leads to “heart wind.”

Instructions for Use

Take 2–3 spoonfuls per dose, chew and swallow; there is no set time for administration, though taking it before bedtime is also highly effective.

Amber and Poria Paste,*Yi Tong*, Volume 49.,Loss of mental equilibrium gradually leads to “heart wind.”

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