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Decoction of Large Poria

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Decoction of Large Poria,For phlegm-fluid retention and mass-like blockages in the chest, a taut and distended sensation below the navel, vomiting and inability to eat; also indicated for water-wind syndrome.

Formulas Name : Decoction of Large Poria

Chinese Name : 大茯苓汤

Drug Formulation

Poria 3 liang, Atractylodes 3 liang, Angelica 2 liang, Tangerine Peel 2 liang, Aconite 2 liang, Ginger 4 liang, Pinellia 4 liang, Cinnamon Bark 4 liang, Asarum (one version reads “Ginseng”) 4 liang.

Source

*Qian Jin* (Thousand Gold), Volume 18.

Benefits

For phlegm-fluid retention and mass-like blockages in the chest, a taut and distended sensation below the navel, vomiting and inability to eat; also indicated for water-wind syndrome.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Boil in 1 dou of water until reduced to 3 sheng; strain, and divide into 3 doses. Take 3 courses of treatment for effective results.

Decoction of Large Poria,*Qian Jin* (Thousand Gold), Volume 18.,For phlegm-fluid retention and mass-like blockages in the chest, a taut and distended sensation below the navel, vomiting and inability to eat; also indicated for water-wind syndrome.

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