Asarum and Peach Kernel Decoction，*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 41.，Deficiency of the Liver Meridian, with wind-cold invading it, causing qi to stagnate in the chest, resulting in obstruction and blockage; fullness in the flanks, taut tendons, and an inability to sigh deeply.
Asarum and Peach Kernel Decoction
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Formulas Name : Asarum and Peach Kernel Decoction
Chinese Name : 细辛桃仁汤
Drug Formulation
Asarum (stems and leaves removed) 2 liang, Peach Kernels (soaked in hot water, with skin, tips, and double kernels removed) 2 liang, Cornus officinalis 1 liang, Biota seed 2 liang, Cinnamon (coarse bark removed) 1 liang, Licorice (roasted) 1 liang, Fangfeng (branches removed) 2 liang, Poria cocos (black skin removed) 2 liang.
Source
*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 41.
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.
Benefits
Deficiency of the Liver Meridian, with wind-cold invading it, causing qi to stagnate in the chest, resulting in obstruction and blockage; fullness in the flanks, taut tendons, and an inability to sigh deeply.
Instructions for Use
Take 3 qian per dose, add 1.5 zhan of water and 3 jujubes (split open), decoct together until reduced to 1 zhan, strain, and take warm on an empty stomach or before meals, three times a day.
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Asarum and Peach Kernel Decoction,Deficiency of the Liver Meridian, with wind-cold invading it, causing qi to stagnate in the chest, resulting in obstruction and blockage; fullness in the flanks, taut tendons, and an inability to sigh deeply.