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Decoction for Calming the Mind and Resolving Phlegm

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Decoction for Calming the Mind and Resolving Phlegm,Manic-depressive disorders result from heart deficiency and excessive phlegm.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Calming the Mind and Resolving Phlegm

Chinese Name : 宁志化痰汤

Drug Formulation

Cholera Star 1 qian, Pinellia (processed) 1 qian, Dried Tangerine Peel 1 qian, Poria 1 qian, Gastrodia 1 qian, Ginseng 1 qian, Coptis (stir-fried with ginger juice) 1 qian, Sour Jujube Seed 1 qian, Acorus 1 qian.

Source

*Medical Mirror of Ancient and Modern Times*, Volume 7.

Processing

Coarsely chop the above ingredients to make one dose.

Benefits

Manic-depressive disorders result from heart deficiency and excessive phlegm.

Instructions for Use

Add 5 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take orally. Follow with the Nourish Blood and Clear the Heart Decoction.

Decoction for Calming the Mind and Resolving Phlegm,*Medical Mirror of Ancient and Modern Times*, Volume 7.,Manic-depressive disorders result from heart deficiency and excessive phlegm.

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