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Ginseng and Xianhu Decoction,Dizziness and vertigo caused by wind-phlegm.

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Xianhu Decoction

Chinese Name : 人参前胡汤

Drug Formulation

Qianhu half liang, Juhong half liang, Banxia Qu half liang, Muxiang half liang, Zhike (processed) half liang, Perilla leaf half liang, Red Poria half liang, Nansheng (roasted) half liang, Licorice (roasted) half liang, Ginseng 3 qian.

Source

From *Zhi Zhi*, Volume 11.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

Dizziness and vertigo caused by wind-phlegm.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water and 7 thick slices of fresh ginger; simmer over low heat until fully cooked, then take the decoction.

Ginseng and Xianhu Decoction,From *Zhi Zhi*, Volume 11.,Dizziness and vertigo caused by wind-phlegm.

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