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Astragalus and Jianzhong Decoction

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Astragalus and Jianzhong Decoction,Warms the middle and tonifies qi. Indicated for deficiency-related debility, abdominal cramping, spontaneous or night sweats, shortness of breath, fatigue in the limbs, and a weak and large pulse.

Formulas Name : Astragalus and Jianzhong Decoction

Chinese Name : 黄芪建中汤

Drug Formulation

1.5 liang of Astragalus, 3 liang of Cinnamon Twig, 6 liang of Peony Root, 2 liang of Licorice, 3 liang of Fresh Ginger, 12 jujubes, and 1 sheng of maltose.

Source

*Essentials of the Golden Chamber*

Benefits

Warms the middle and tonifies qi. Indicated for deficiency-related debility, abdominal cramping, spontaneous or night sweats, shortness of breath, fatigue in the limbs, and a weak and large pulse.

Instructions for Use

Decoct to extract the liquid, add maltose, and slowly dissolve it over low heat; take in two divided doses while warm.

Astragalus and Jianzhong Decoction,*Essentials of the Golden Chamber*,Warms the middle and tonifies qi. Indicated for deficiency-related debility, abdominal cramping, spontaneous or night sweats, shortness of breath, fatigue in the limbs, and a weak and large pulse.

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