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Decoction for Clearing the Diaphragm and Relieving Stomach Distension

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Decoction for Clearing the Diaphragm and Relieving Stomach Distension,Stomach discomfort; lack of appetite.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Clearing the Diaphragm and Relieving Stomach Distension

Chinese Name : 清膈宽中汤

Drug Formulation

Citrus Red Peel 1 qian 5 fen, Pinellia 1 qian 5 fen, Poria 1 qian 5 fen, Atractylodes 1 qian 5 fen, Magnolia Bark 1 qian 5 fen, Agastache 1 qian 5 fen, Green Tangerine Peel 1 qian 5 fen, Cyperus Rhizome 1 qian 5 fen, Licorice 5 fen, Bitter Orange Fruit 2 qian.

Source

From *The Collection of Wonderful Formulas for Nourishing Life*, Volume 5.

Benefits

Stomach discomfort; lack of appetite.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Add 2 zhong of water and decoct until reduced to 8 fen; take warm, well after a meal.

Decoction for Clearing the Diaphragm and Relieving Stomach Distension,From *The Collection of Wonderful Formulas for Nourishing Life*, Volume 5.,Stomach discomfort; lack of appetite.

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