Chuanxiong, Atractylodes, Ginger, Gardenia, and Erchen Decoction,From *Hui Chun*, Volume 5.,For those with a pre-existing condition of phlegm-fire, suffering from unbearable, acute pain in the epigastric region, and unable to digest food.
Chuanxiong, Atractylodes, Ginger, Gardenia, and Erchen Decoction
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Formulas Name : Chuanxiong, Atractylodes, Ginger, Gardenia, and Erchen Decoction
Chinese Name : 芎术姜栀二陈汤
Drug Formulation
Chuanxiong 1 qian, Dried Ginger (roasted) 1 qian, Cangzhu (processed with rice water) 1 qian, Gardenia (roasted) 1 qian, Chenpi (white pith removed) 2 qian 2 fen, Banxia (roasted with ginger juice) 1 qian, Poria (peeled) 1 qian, Licorice 5 fen.
Source
From *Hui Chun*, Volume 5.
Processing
Coarsely chop the above ingredients to make one dose.
Benefits
For those with a pre-existing condition of phlegm-fire, suffering from unbearable, acute pain in the epigastric region, and unable to digest food.
Instructions for Use
Add 5 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take warm when the pain is at its peak. Once the pain subsides, wait half a day before eating or drinking.
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Chuanxiong, Atractylodes, Ginger, Gardenia, and Erchen Decoction,For those with a pre-existing condition of phlegm-fire, suffering from unbearable, acute pain in the epigastric region, and unable to digest food.