Poria and Li Zhong Decoction

Poria and Li Zhong Decoction,For cholera with a distended abdomen above the navel and palpitations.

Formulas Name : Poria and Li Zhong Decoction

Chinese Name : 茯苓理中汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Poria, 3 liang of licorice (roasted), 1 liang of dried ginger (roasted), 3 liang of ginseng, and 3 liang of papaya.

Source

From *Wai Tai*, Volume 6, citing *Fan Wang’s Formulas*.

Benefits

For cholera with a distended abdomen above the navel and palpitations.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Boil in 6 sheng of water until reduced to 3 sheng; strain out the residue, adjust to a comfortable temperature, and divide into 4 doses.

Note

Avoid seaweed, vegetables, and vinegar-based foods.

Poria and Li Zhong Decoction,From *Wai Tai*, Volume 6, citing *Fan Wang’s Formulas*.,For cholera with a distended abdomen above the navel and palpitations.

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