Anise and Areca Nut Powder，From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 71.，Characterized by a mass-like sensation caused by “Ben Tun” qi surging upward, resulting in fullness and pain in the abdomen and flanks; cold hernias and abdominal masses, with pain in the umbilical region and abdomen, and distension and fullness in both flanks.
Anise and Areca Nut Powder
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Formulas Name : Anise and Areca Nut Powder
Chinese Name : 茴香槟榔散
Drug Formulation
Fennel Seeds (roasted) half liang, Areca Nut (chopped) half liang, Beijing Zingiber (baked, chopped) half liang, Green Tangerine Peel (soaked in hot water, white pith removed, sliced, and stir-fried with salt) half liang, Frankincense 1 fen.
Source
From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 71.
Processing
Grind the ingredients into a powder.
Benefits
Characterized by a mass-like sensation caused by “Ben Tun” qi surging upward, resulting in fullness and pain in the abdomen and flanks; cold hernias and abdominal masses, with pain in the umbilical region and abdomen, and distension and fullness in both flanks.
Instructions for Use
Take 2 qian bi per dose, mixed with hot water, at any time.
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Anise and Areca Nut Powder,Characterized by a mass-like sensation caused by “Ben Tun” qi surging upward, resulting in fullness and pain in the abdomen and flanks; cold hernias and abdominal masses, with pain in the umbilical region and abdomen, and distension and fullness in both flanks.