Honey and Aconite Decoction

Honey and Aconite Decoction,For pain in the chest and abdomen, accompanied by vomiting or diarrhea resembling cholera; or for conditions caused by exposure to dampness and cold, where pathogenic wind enters the abdomen, resulting in cramping and sharp pain; and for hernia attacks.

Formulas Name : Honey and Aconite Decoction

Chinese Name : 蜜附汤

Drug Formulation

Aconite Root (raw, with skin and pith removed, cut into 4 slices; simmered in white honey until the aconite changes color; rinsed with hot water to remove the honey; then sliced) half liang; Cinnamon Bark 3 fen; Peony Root 3 fen; Licorice Root (roasted) 4 qian.

Source

*San Yin*, Volume 9.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For pain in the chest and abdomen, accompanied by vomiting or diarrhea resembling cholera; or for conditions caused by exposure to dampness and cold, where pathogenic wind enters the abdomen, resulting in cramping and sharp pain; and for hernia attacks.

Instructions for Use

Take 4 da qian per dose. Add 1 zhan of water, 5 slices of fresh ginger, and 2 jujubes. Decoct until reduced to 7 fen, strain, and take before meals.

Honey and Aconite Decoction,*San Yin*, Volume 9.,For pain in the chest and abdomen, accompanied by vomiting or diarrhea resembling cholera; or for conditions caused by exposure to dampness and cold, where pathogenic wind enters the abdomen, resulting in cramping and sharp pain; and for hernia attacks.

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