Chaihu-Zisu Decoction，From *Zhengzhi Baojian*, Volume 9.，In cases where there is pre-existing internal heat that is occasionally constrained by external cold, leading to pseudo-cold hernia, the pulse at the left cun position is string-like and forceful; when accompanied by dampness, it is forceful, string-like, and slow; when accompanied by wind, it is floating and string-like, and upon palpation, it is forceful and slow; hernias caused by the seven emotions result in the sinking of organ qi, accompanied by swelling, tightness, and pain; hernias caused by wailing or anger result in a condition where fullness and relief alternate.
Chaihu-Zisu Decoction
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Formulas Name : Chaihu-Zisu Decoction
Chinese Name : 柴胡紫苏饮
Drug Formulation
Bupleurum, Forsythia, Perilla Seed, Melia, Green Tangerine Peel, Atractylodes, Corydalis, Alisma, Poria, Red Peony Root, and Wood Fragrance.
Source
From *Zhengzhi Baojian*, Volume 9.
Benefits
In cases where there is pre-existing internal heat that is occasionally constrained by external cold, leading to pseudo-cold hernia, the pulse at the left cun position is string-like and forceful; when accompanied by dampness, it is forceful, string-like, and slow; when accompanied by wind, it is floating and string-like, and upon palpation, it is forceful and slow; hernias caused by the seven emotions result in the sinking of organ qi, accompanied by swelling, tightness, and pain; hernias caused by wailing or anger result in a condition where fullness and relief alternate.
Instructions for Use
Add fresh ginger and decoct in water before taking.
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Chaihu-Zisu Decoction,In cases where there is pre-existing internal heat that is occasionally constrained by external cold, leading to pseudo-cold hernia, the pulse at the left cun position is string-like and forceful; when accompanied by dampness, it is forceful, string-like, and slow; when accompanied by wind, it is floating and string-like, and upon palpation, it is forceful and slow; hernias caused by the seven emotions result in the sinking of organ qi, accompanied by swelling, tightness, and pain; hernias caused by wailing or anger result in a condition where fullness and relief alternate.