Modified Si Shun Decoction

Modified Si Shun Decoction,For Shaoyin syndrome characterized by predominant cold, with no heat in the exterior; the patient suffers from restlessness and confusion, is silent yet in extreme distress, avoids light, and may experience abdominal pain from time to time; the pulse is deep and fine, and the patient has no desire to drink; the condition has persisted for more than ten days with unceasing diarrhea; the hands and feet are slightly cold; and there are no signs of heat.

Formulas Name : Modified Si Shun Decoction

Chinese Name : 增损四顺汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of licorice (roasted), 2 liang of ginseng, 2 liang of dragon bone, 2 liang of Coptis, 2 liang of dried ginger, and 1 medium-sized aconite root (roasted, black skin removed).

Source

From the Cui Family Formula, cited in Volume 1 of *Wai Tai*.

Processing

Cut the ingredients as directed.

Benefits

For Shaoyin syndrome characterized by predominant cold, with no heat in the exterior; the patient suffers from restlessness and confusion, is silent yet in extreme distress, avoids light, and may experience abdominal pain from time to time; the pulse is deep and fine, and the patient has no desire to drink; the condition has persisted for more than ten days with unceasing diarrhea; the hands and feet are slightly cold; and there are no signs of heat.

Instructions for Use

Boil with 6 sheng of water until reduced to 2 sheng; divide into two doses. If the condition does not resolve, repeat the treatment.

Note

Avoid seaweed, Chinese cabbage, pork, and cold water.

Modified Si Shun Decoction,From the Cui Family Formula, cited in Volume 1 of *Wai Tai*.,For Shaoyin syndrome characterized by predominant cold, with no heat in the exterior; the patient suffers from restlessness and confusion, is silent yet in extreme distress, avoids light, and may experience abdominal pain from time to time; the pulse is deep and fine, and the patient has no desire to drink; the condition has persisted for more than ten days with unceasing diarrhea; the hands and feet are slightly cold; and there are no signs of heat.

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