Qi-Nourishing Decoction,From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 4.,For cold qi rising to attack the heart and abdomen, causing distension and stabbing pain in the flanks, a bitter taste in the mouth with loss of appetite, belching and acid regurgitation, phlegm-induced vomiting, fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm, and loss of appetite; or for cholera, the “Five Diaphragms” and “Five Choking Conditions,” and all qi-related disorders.
Qi-Nourishing Decoction
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Formulas Name : Qi-Nourishing Decoction
Chinese Name : 养气汤
Drug Formulation
Dried ginger (roasted): 2 liang; licorice (roasted): 2 liang; white sandalwood (chopped): 1.5 liang; cloves: 1.5 liang; cinnamon bark: 1 liang; black pepper: 2 qian; salt: 2.5 liang; ginseng: 2 qian; white angelica root: 1 qian.
Source
From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 4.
Processing
Grind the above herbs together into fine pieces; roast them over low heat until fragrant and thoroughly cooked. While still hot, transfer them to a porcelain vessel, cover tightly, and allow to cool. Grind into a fine powder, place in a container, and seal tightly to prevent air from escaping.
Benefits
For cold qi rising to attack the heart and abdomen, causing distension and stabbing pain in the flanks, a bitter taste in the mouth with loss of appetite, belching and acid regurgitation, phlegm-induced vomiting, fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm, and loss of appetite; or for cholera, the “Five Diaphragms” and “Five Choking Conditions,” and all qi-related disorders.
Instructions for Use
Take 1 qian per dose, dissolved in boiling water, at any time of day.
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Qi-Nourishing Decoction,For cold qi rising to attack the heart and abdomen, causing distension and stabbing pain in the flanks, a bitter taste in the mouth with loss of appetite, belching and acid regurgitation, phlegm-induced vomiting, fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm, and loss of appetite; or for cholera, the “Five Diaphragms” and “Five Choking Conditions,” and all qi-related disorders.