Decoction for Descending Qi

Decoction for Descending Qi,Fullness and distension in the chest, abdomen, and back, with shortness of breath and wheezing.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Descending Qi

Chinese Name : 下气汤

Drug Formulation

14 pieces of Areca nut, 28 apricot kernels.

Source

From *Qianjin*, Volume 13.

Benefits

Fullness and distension in the chest, abdomen, and back, with shortness of breath and wheezing.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Decoct in 3 sheng of a child’s urine until reduced to 1.5 sheng; divide into two doses.

Decoction for Descending Qi,From *Qianjin*, Volume 13.,Fullness and distension in the chest, abdomen, and back, with shortness of breath and wheezing.

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