Chen-Su Decoction,*Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 4.,Blockage and stagnation in the chest and diaphragm, impaired circulation of qi, and deficiency of body fluids.
Chen-Su Decoction
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Formulas Name : Chen-Su Decoction
Chinese Name : 沉苏饮子
Drug Formulation
Agarwood 2 qian and a half, Perilla leaves half liang, Dried papaya 2 liang, Ginseng half liang, Red Poria 1 liang, Raw Job’s tears 2 liang, Licorice 2 qian and a half (roasted until yellow), White sandalwood 2 qian and a half, Cinnamon bark 1 liang (coarse bark removed).
Source
*Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 4.
Processing
Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.
Benefits
Blockage and stagnation in the chest and diaphragm, impaired circulation of qi, and deficiency of body fluids.
Instructions for Use
Take 1 qian per dose; add 1 large zhan of water, decoct until it boils three times, strain, and drink while cool.
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Chen-Su Decoction,Blockage and stagnation in the chest and diaphragm, impaired circulation of qi, and deficiency of body fluids.