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Perilla, Cinnamon, and Ginger Decoction

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Perilla, Cinnamon, and Ginger Decoction,For individuals with Yang deficiency in Taiyang meridian disorders, where water-qi stagnates and causes stasis; or for those who experience thirst and dryness without actual fluid retention, yet accumulate cold liquids that fail to be metabolized; where water-qi obstructs the lung and stomach, causing it to rise upward and result in dizziness, vomiting, and coughing; or where the liver and spleen sink, leading to urinary disorders, dampness, and loose stools; or where external cold has not yet been resolved but internal water-qi is already agitated—over time, this may lead to the collapse of Fire and Earth, causing the condition to invade the Three Yin organs.

Formulas Name : Perilla, Cinnamon, and Ginger Decoction

Chinese Name : 苏桂姜辛汤

Drug Formulation

Perilla leaf 3 qian, Cinnamon twig 3 qian, Licorice 2 qian, Pinellia 3 qian (roasted), Peony root 3 qian, Asarum 1 qian, Dried ginger 2 qian, Schisandra 1 qian.

Source

From *Si Sheng Xuan Shu*, Volume 2.

Benefits

For individuals with Yang deficiency in Taiyang meridian disorders, where water-qi stagnates and causes stasis; or for those who experience thirst and dryness without actual fluid retention, yet accumulate cold liquids that fail to be metabolized; where water-qi obstructs the lung and stomach, causing it to rise upward and result in dizziness, vomiting, and coughing; or where the liver and spleen sink, leading to urinary disorders, dampness, and loose stools; or where external cold has not yet been resolved but internal water-qi is already agitated—over time, this may lead to the collapse of Fire and Earth, causing the condition to invade the Three Yin organs.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in running water to yield half a cup; take while hot. Cover with clothing to induce sweating.

Perilla, Cinnamon, and Ginger Decoction，From *Si Sheng Xuan Shu*, Volume 2.，For individuals with Yang deficiency in Taiyang meridian disorders, where water-qi stagnates and causes stasis; or for those who experience thirst and dryness without actual fluid retention, yet accumulate cold liquids that fail to be metabolized; where water-qi obstructs the lung and stomach, causing it to rise upward and result in dizziness, vomiting, and coughing; or where the liver and spleen sink, leading to urinary disorders, dampness, and loose stools; or where external cold has not yet been resolved but internal water-qi is already agitated—over time, this may lead to the collapse of Fire and Earth, causing the condition to invade the Three Yin organs.

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