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Decoction for Promoting Flow and Relieving Distension,Alcohol-induced malnutrition, characterized by a flushed face, abdominal distension, shortness of breath, and coughing.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Promoting Flow and Relieving Distension

Chinese Name : 通利定胀汤

Drug Formulation

Angelica sinensis, Abdominal Skin, Areca nut, Akebia stem, Magnolia bark, Six-grain malt, Hawthorn, Scutellaria root, Fructus Aurantii, Gardenia fruit, Wine-processed Rhizoma Atractylodis, Sodium carbonate, and Wood Fragrance.

Source

*Dian Dian Jing*, Volume 3.

Benefits

Alcohol-induced malnutrition, characterized by a flushed face, abdominal distension, shortness of breath, and coughing.

Instructions for Use

No guide herb is required.

Decoction for Promoting Flow and Relieving Distension，*Dian Dian Jing*, Volume 3.，Alcohol-induced malnutrition, characterized by a flushed face, abdominal distension, shortness of breath, and coughing.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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