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Huashan Stele Elixir

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Huashan Stele Elixir,For pain and fullness in the chest and flanks due to water retention; bloating and distension caused by qi stagnation and fluid accumulation; masses and abdominal distension; wheezing caused by retained fluid; and damp-toxin-induced beriberi.

Formulas Name : Huashan Stele Elixir

Chinese Name : 华山碑记丹

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Sanleng, 1 liang of Lingzhi, 1 liang of Gansui, 1 liang of Tingli, 1 liang of Yazao, 1 liang of Qingpi, 1 liang of Shenqu, 1 liang of Wumei, 1 liang of Chenpi, 1 liang of Zhike, 1 liang of MuXiang,fermented soybeans 1 liang, rhubarb 1 liang, Chinese toad lily 1 liang, croton seed powder 1 liang, red-bud euphorbia 1 liang, pomegranate 1 liang.

Source

*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Shenyang Formula).

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder and form into small pills using vinegar paste.

Benefits

For pain and fullness in the chest and flanks due to water retention; bloating and distension caused by qi stagnation and fluid accumulation; masses and abdominal distension; wheezing caused by retained fluid; and damp-toxin-induced beriberi.

Instructions for Use

Take 15 or 12 pills per dose, washed down with hot water.

Note

This formula is highly potent; use with caution. Contraindicated for pregnant women.

Huashan Stele Elixir,*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Shenyang Formula).,For pain and fullness in the chest and flanks due to water retention; bloating and distension caused by qi stagnation and fluid accumulation; masses and abdominal distension; wheezing caused by retained fluid; and damp-toxin-induced beriberi.

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