Decoction for Relieving Stomach Distension and Regulating Qi，From *Medical Explorations* (Yixue Tanli Ji), Volume 5.，When stagnant qi accumulates in the central palace, it overflows from the zang-fu organs into the meridians, sometimes lodging in the chest or the stomach. Once an attack occurs, it causes unrelenting stabbing pain in the chest and flanks; in severe cases, the pain is unbearable.
Decoction for Relieving Stomach Distension and Regulating Qi
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Formulas Name : Decoction for Relieving Stomach Distension and Regulating Qi
Chinese Name : 宽中下气汤
Drug Formulation
Zhishi 4 qian, Xiangfu powder 3 qian, Yanhusuo 3 qian (roasted with wine), Binlang 3 qian, Gualou seeds 4 qian, Guang Sha Ren 3 qian, Yujin 4 qian, Licorice 2 qian, Tingli seeds 3 qian.
Source
From *Medical Explorations* (Yixue Tanli Ji), Volume 5.
Benefits
When stagnant qi accumulates in the central palace, it overflows from the zang-fu organs into the meridians, sometimes lodging in the chest or the stomach. Once an attack occurs, it causes unrelenting stabbing pain in the chest and flanks; in severe cases, the pain is unbearable.
Instructions for Use
Decoct in water. Take while warm. Combine with a fresh ginger compress.
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Decoction for Relieving Stomach Distension and Regulating Qi,When stagnant qi accumulates in the central palace, it overflows from the zang-fu organs into the meridians, sometimes lodging in the chest or the stomach. Once an attack occurs, it causes unrelenting stabbing pain in the chest and flanks; in severe cases, the pain is unbearable.