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Decoction for Calming the Mind

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Decoction for Calming the Mind,Incoherent speech, frequently laughing or joking without signs of madness—indicative of heart deficiency.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Calming the Mind

Chinese Name : 定志汤

Drug Formulation

Acorus 1 qian, Poria with the core removed 1 qian, Angelica sinensis 1 qian, Tangerine peel 1 qian, Polygala 1 qian 2 fen, Ginseng 1 qian 2 fen, Licorice 5 fen (roasted).

Source

*Xingyuan*, Volume 7.

Benefits

Incoherent speech, frequently laughing or joking without signs of madness—indicative of heart deficiency.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients, decoct in water, and take while hot before meals.

Decoction for Calming the Mind,*Xingyuan*, Volume 7.,Incoherent speech, frequently laughing or joking without signs of madness—indicative of heart deficiency.

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