Ghost Arrow Feather Decoction

Ghost Arrow Feather Decoction,For postpartum stagnation of blood and qi, causing stabbing pain in the chest and abdomen, distension, and shortness of breath.

Formulas Name : Ghost Arrow Feather Decoction

Chinese Name : 鬼箭羽汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Ghost Arrow Feather, 2 liang of Angelica sinensis (sliced, stir-fried), 2 liang of Atractylodes macrocephala (chopped, stir-fried), 2 liang of Cinnamomum cassia (coarse bark removed), 1.5 liang of Asarum (stems and leaves removed), and 1 liang of raw Rehmannia glutinosa (roasted).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 161.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For postpartum stagnation of blood and qi, causing stabbing pain in the chest and abdomen, distension, and shortness of breath.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; decoct with equal parts water and wine (half a zhan each) until reduced to 7 fen; strain and take while warm, at any time.

Ghost Arrow Feather Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 161.,For postpartum stagnation of blood and qi, causing stabbing pain in the chest and abdomen, distension, and shortness of breath.

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