Four Generals Decoction (Concentrated Form)，Quoted from *Classified Compilation* in Volume 5 of *Medical Discourses*.，When a condition of epigastric fullness is about to flare up, due to depression in the center of the chest, the struggle between yin and yang may lead to syncope.
Four Generals Decoction (Concentrated Form)
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Formulas Name : Four Generals Decoction (Concentrated Form)
Chinese Name : 四将军饮子
Drug Formulation
1 large Aconite root (roasted, peel and pith removed, cut into quarters), 4 Chebulic myrobalan fruits (roasted, pitted), 4 pieces of Dried Tangerine Peel (whole, washed, white pith left intact), 4 liang of Licorice (roasted).
Source
Quoted from *Classified Compilation* in Volume 5 of *Medical Discourses*.
Processing
Cut the ingredients into pieces and divide into four doses.
Benefits
When a condition of epigastric fullness is about to flare up, due to depression in the center of the chest, the struggle between yin and yang may lead to syncope.
Instructions for Use
Use 2 zhan of water, add 7 slices of fresh ginger and 7 jujubes, and decoct until reduced to three-fifths of the original volume; drink the resulting decoction.
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Four Generals Decoction (Concentrated Form),When a condition of epigastric fullness is about to flare up, due to depression in the center of the chest, the struggle between yin and yang may lead to syncope.