Needle Sand Decoction,*Selected Formulas of Renowned Physicians*.,For jaundice with a swollen abdomen, epigastric fullness or distension, and severe shortness of breath and palpitations upon walking.
Needle Sand Decoction
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Formulas Name : Needle Sand Decoction
Chinese Name : 针砂汤
Drug Formulation
1 qian of Cinnamomum cassia twigs, 1 qian of Poria cocos, 1 qian of Atractylodes macrocephala, 1 qian of Glycyrrhiza uralensis, 7 fen or 1 qian of needle sand, 8 fen of Panax ginseng, and 8 fen of oyster shell.
Source
*Selected Formulas of Renowned Physicians*.
Benefits
For jaundice with a swollen abdomen, epigastric fullness or distension, and severe shortness of breath and palpitations upon walking.
Instructions for Use
Boil in 2 he of water until reduced to 1 he; take while warm.
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Needle Sand Decoction,For jaundice with a swollen abdomen, epigastric fullness or distension, and severe shortness of breath and palpitations upon walking.