Belamcanda Decoction

Belamcanda Decoction,Beriberi, with a sensation of a blocked throat and fullness in the chest, inability to eat, and retching.

Formulas Name : Belamcanda Decoction

Chinese Name : 射干饮

Drug Formulation

1.5 liang of Belamcanda, 1.5 liang of Wood Fragrance, 1.5 liang of Red Poria (with black skin removed), 1.5 liang of Ginseng, and 1 liang of Aged Tangerine Peel (soaked in hot water, white pith removed).

Source

From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 83.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

Beriberi, with a sensation of a blocked throat and fullness in the chest, inability to eat, and retching.

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; take warm before meals; take another dose after walking 5 li.

Belamcanda Decoction,From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 83.,Beriberi, with a sensation of a blocked throat and fullness in the chest, inability to eat, and retching.

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