Chaihu-Gui-Jiang-Banxia Decoction

Chaihu-Gui-Jiang-Banxia Decoction,Cold epidemic. The Shaoyang channel transmits to the Taiyin zang organ, causing fullness and distension in the chest and flanks, and vomiting.

Formulas Name : Chaihu-Gui-Jiang-Banxia Decoction

Chinese Name : 柴胡桂姜半夏汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Bupleurum, 2 qian of Scutellaria, 3 qian of Dried Ginger, 2 qian of Cinnamon Twig, 2 qian of Licorice, 2 qian of Oyster Shell, 3 qian of Trichosanthes, 3 qian of Pinellia, 3 qian of Fresh Ginger.

Source

*Selected Essentials of Medicine*.

Benefits

Cold epidemic. The Shaoyang channel transmits to the Taiyin zang organ, causing fullness and distension in the chest and flanks, and vomiting.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in running water to yield half a cup; take while warm.

Chaihu-Gui-Jiang-Banxia Decoction,*Selected Essentials of Medicine*.,Cold epidemic. The Shaoyang channel transmits to the Taiyin zang organ, causing fullness and distension in the chest and flanks, and vomiting.

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