Puhuo-Chenxiang Decoction

Puhuo-Chenxiang Decoction,Cold in the middle jiao, cold rising from the stomach, and diarrhea.

Formulas Name : Puhuo-Chenxiang Decoction

Chinese Name : 朴沉汤

Drug Formulation

Magnolia Bark (with coarse bark removed, thoroughly roasted with ginger juice) 5 liang, Agarwood 3 liang, Cloves 2 liang, Aconite Root (roasted until cracked, with skin and pith removed) 2 liang, Galangal 2 liang, White Atractylodes 1 liang, Patchouli Leaves 1 liang, Wood Fragrance 1 liang, Licorice (roasted, coarsely chopped) 1 liang.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 54.

Processing

Coarsely chop the ingredients into pieces the size of sesame seeds or mung beans.

Benefits

Cold in the middle jiao, cold rising from the stomach, and diarrhea.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add 1 zhan of water, decoct until reduced to 6 fen, strain, and take warm before meals.

Puhuo-Chenxiang Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 54.,Cold in the middle jiao, cold rising from the stomach, and diarrhea.

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