Asarum and Tangerine Peel Decoction

Asarum and Tangerine Peel Decoction,Phlegm, fluid, and cold qi in the chest, diaphragm, heart, and abdomen, causing a sense of fullness and restlessness; or gurgling sounds, excessive salivation, spontaneous flow of clear fluid from the mouth, and tight, distended, and painful flanks, with loss of appetite.

Formulas Name : Asarum and Tangerine Peel Decoction

Chinese Name : 细辛橘皮汤

Drug Formulation

Pinellia 5 liang, Poria 4 liang, White Peony Root 3 liang, Asarum 1 liang, Dried Tangerine Peel 1 liang, Platycodon 1 liang, Inula Flower 1 liang, Licorice 1 liang, Ginseng 1 liang, Cinnamon 1 liang.

Source

From *Jifeng*, Volume 18.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

Phlegm, fluid, and cold qi in the chest, diaphragm, heart, and abdomen, causing a sense of fullness and restlessness; or gurgling sounds, excessive salivation, spontaneous flow of clear fluid from the mouth, and tight, distended, and painful flanks, with loss of appetite.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water and 5 slices of fresh ginger; decoct until reduced to 1 zhan; strain; and take warm before meals.

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