Decoction for Tonifying the Stomach and Drying Phlegm

Decoction for Tonifying the Stomach and Drying Phlegm,Yin Epilepsy: Caused by excessive use of cooling medications, which damage the spleen and stomach.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Tonifying the Stomach and Drying Phlegm

Chinese Name : 补胃燥痰汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Atractylodes macrocephala, 1.5 qian of Atractylodes lancea, 1.5 qian of dried tangerine peel, 1.5 qian of Pinellia ternata, 1.5 qian of Pinellia tuber (Southern variety), 1.5 qian of Poria cocos, 1 qian of Wood Fragrance, 0.7 fen of Agastache rugosa, and 0.4 fen of licorice.

Source

From *The Mystic Pearl of the Red Water*, Volume 14.

Benefits

Yin Epilepsy: Caused by excessive use of cooling medications, which damage the spleen and stomach.

Instructions for Use

Add 5 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take orally.

Decoction for Tonifying the Stomach and Drying Phlegm,From *The Mystic Pearl of the Red Water*, Volume 14.,Yin Epilepsy: Caused by excessive use of cooling medications, which damage the spleen and stomach.

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