Modified Chengqi Pills

Modified Chengqi Pills,Indicated for fullness and distension in the chest and flanks; pain in the upper back triggered by intermittent waves of heat; abdominal distension with frequent belching; and regurgitation of stomach gas when swallowing vinegar.

Formulas Name : Modified Chengqi Pills

Chinese Name : 增损承气丸

Drug Formulation

Qianhu 7 fen, Zhishi 7 fen (roasted), Guixin 5 fen, Dried Ginger 5 fen, Wu Zhu Yu 5 fen, Poria 4 fen, Peony Root 6 fen, Houpo 10 fen (roasted), Tangerine Peel 10 fen, Rhubarb 7 fen, Apricot Kernels 70 (with skin and tips removed).

Source

Quoted from *Secret Records for Prolonging Life* in Volume 6 of *Wai Tai*.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder, mix with apricot kernel oil, and blend with honey to form pills the size of a paulownia seed.

Benefits

Indicated for fullness and distension in the chest and flanks; pain in the upper back triggered by intermittent waves of heat; abdominal distension with frequent belching; and regurgitation of stomach gas when swallowing vinegar.

Instructions for Use

Take 7 pills each time, shortly after a meal; wash down with wine or other beverages as desired. Continue until the qi is dispersed and the stool is passed.

Note

Avoid raw green onions, fire, and vinegar.

Modified Chengqi Pills,Quoted from *Secret Records for Prolonging Life* in Volume 6 of *Wai Tai*.,Indicated for fullness and distension in the chest and flanks; pain in the upper back triggered by intermittent waves of heat; abdominal distension with frequent belching; and regurgitation of stomach gas when swallowing vinegar.

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