Herbal Aconite Decoction，*Complete Guide to Prescriptions for Preserving Life*, Vol. 3, citing *Guide to Prescriptions*.，Qi-induced fainting. The patient experiences fainting without dizziness; upon onset, they collapse to the ground in a dazed state and recover after a short while. This is caused by the disruption of the Nutritive and Defensive Qi, the turbidity of qi and blood, the reverse flow of yang qi, and the separation of upper and lower qi. When the qi flow is restored, the patient revives; the pulse is weak, large, and涩 (thready).
Herbal Aconite Decoction
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Formulas Name : Herbal Aconite Decoction
Chinese Name : 草乌头汤
Drug Formulation
Wild Aconite (peeled and de-tipped, used raw), Asarum (stems removed), and tea buds—each in equal parts.
Source
*Complete Guide to Prescriptions for Preserving Life*, Vol. 3, citing *Guide to Prescriptions*.
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a powder.
Benefits
Qi-induced fainting. The patient experiences fainting without dizziness; upon onset, they collapse to the ground in a dazed state and recover after a short while. This is caused by the disruption of the Nutritive and Defensive Qi, the turbidity of qi and blood, the reverse flow of yang qi, and the separation of upper and lower qi. When the qi flow is restored, the patient revives; the pulse is weak, large, and涩 (thready).
Instructions for Use
Take 5 qian per dose; boil with 2 zhan of water until reduced to 1 zhan; strain out the residue; and drink the entire decoction slowly.
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Herbal Aconite Decoction,Qi-induced fainting. The patient experiences fainting without dizziness; upon onset, they collapse to the ground in a dazed state and recover after a short while. This is caused by the disruption of the Nutritive and Defensive Qi, the turbidity of qi and blood, the reverse flow of yang qi, and the separation of upper and lower qi. When the qi flow is restored, the patient revives; the pulse is weak, large, and涩 (thready).