Chuanxiong-Xixin Decoction,*San Yin*, Volume 15.,For headaches caused by exposure to cold, consumption of raw or cold foods, qi deficiency, or phlegm-induced syncope—characterized by a splitting headache accompanied by dizziness, a sensation of fainting, and intermittent vomiting; as well as all types of headaches, phlegm-induced syncope, fluid-induced syncope, kidney-induced syncope, and qi-induced syncope, including unbearable unilateral or bilateral headaches.
Chuanxiong-Xixin Decoction
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Formulas Name : Chuanxiong-Xixin Decoction
Chinese Name : 芎辛汤
Drug Formulation
Aconite Root (raw, with skin and pith removed), Monkshood (raw, with skin and tip removed), Tiannanxing, Dried Ginger, Licorice (roasted), Chuanxiong, and Asarum—each in equal parts.
Source
*San Yin*, Volume 15.
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a powder.
Benefits
For headaches caused by exposure to cold, consumption of raw or cold foods, qi deficiency, or phlegm-induced syncope—characterized by a splitting headache accompanied by dizziness, a sensation of fainting, and intermittent vomiting; as well as all types of headaches, phlegm-induced syncope, fluid-induced syncope, kidney-induced syncope, and qi-induced syncope, including unbearable unilateral or bilateral headaches.
Instructions for Use
Take 4 daqian per dose; add 2 zhan of water, 5 slices of fresh ginger, and a small amount of tea buds; decoct until reduced to 7 fen; strain; take after meals.
Note
Not suitable for those with fever.
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Chuanxiong-Xixin Decoction,For headaches caused by exposure to cold, consumption of raw or cold foods, qi deficiency, or phlegm-induced syncope—characterized by a splitting headache accompanied by dizziness, a sensation of fainting, and intermittent vomiting; as well as all types of headaches, phlegm-induced syncope, fluid-induced syncope, kidney-induced syncope, and qi-induced syncope, including unbearable unilateral or bilateral headaches.