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Harmonizing the Abdomen Decoction

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Harmonizing the Abdomen Decoction,Enduring hunger and starvation leads to an empty abdomen, which damages the stomach qi. When exposed to unstable weather—alternating between cold and heat—this results in a sensation of oppression and blockage in the chest and diaphragm, resembling a chest constriction.

Formulas Name : Harmonizing the Abdomen Decoction

Chinese Name : 和腹汤

Drug Formulation

Ginseng 1 qian, Bupleurum 1 qian, Licorice 1 qian, Shenqu 1 qian, Magnolia Bark 1 qian, Atractylodes 2 qian, Dried Tangerine Peel 5 fen.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.

Benefits

Enduring hunger and starvation leads to an empty abdomen, which damages the stomach qi. When exposed to unstable weather—alternating between cold and heat—this results in a sensation of oppression and blockage in the chest and diaphragm, resembling a chest constriction.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Harmonizing the Abdomen Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.,Enduring hunger and starvation leads to an empty abdomen, which damages the stomach qi. When exposed to unstable weather—alternating between cold and heat—this results in a sensation of oppression and blockage in the chest and diaphragm, resembling a chest constriction.

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