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Kui Shi Decoction

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Kui Shi Decoction,Difficulty urinating, abdominal distension, shortness of breath, and a sense of oppression.

Formulas Name : Kui Shi Decoction

Chinese Name : 葵石汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of mallow root (chopped), 1 liang of talc (pounded into a powder).

Source

Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 58); name cited in *Shengji Zonglu* (Vol. 95).

Benefits

Difficulty urinating, abdominal distension, shortness of breath, and a sense of oppression.

Instructions for Use

Decoct the ingredients in 2 large bowls of water until reduced to 1 bowl and 3 fen; strain, and divide into 3 doses to be taken before meals.

Kui Shi Decoction,Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 58); name cited in *Shengji Zonglu* (Vol. 95).,Difficulty urinating, abdominal distension, shortness of breath, and a sense of oppression.

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