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Chaihu-Zhimu Decoction

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Chaihu-Zhimu Decoction,For vomiting, inability to eat, headache, and fever.

Formulas Name : Chaihu-Zhimu Decoction

Chinese Name : 柴胡知母饮

Drug Formulation

Bupleurum (stems removed) 1 liang, Anemarrhena (roasted) half a liang, Reed root (chopped) 3 fen, Areca nut 1 liang, Aged tangerine peel half a liang, Ginseng half a liang.

Source

From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 63.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For vomiting, inability to eat, headache, and fever.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add 1 zhan of water and 5 slices of fresh ginger; decoct together until reduced to 6 fen; strain and take while hot.

Chaihu-Zhimu Decoction,From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 63.,For vomiting, inability to eat, headache, and fever.

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