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Qianhu-Xixin Powder

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Qianhu-Xixin Powder,For pregnancy-related disorders characterized by mental confusion and oppression, restlessness, nausea, and vomiting; aversion to the smell of food; dizziness and heaviness in the head and eyes; pain and discomfort in the limbs and joints; a tendency to lie down frequently and rise infrequently; aversion to cold accompanied by sweating; and extreme fatigue with weight loss.

Formulas Name : Qianhu-Xixin Powder

Chinese Name : 前胡细辛散

Drug Formulation

Qianhu 2 liang, Xixin 2 liang, Poria 2 liang, Magnolia Bark 2 liang, Chuanxiong 2 liang, Ginseng 2 liang, Pinellia 2 liang, Licorice 2 liang.

Source

From *Ji Feng*, Volume 16.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For pregnancy-related disorders characterized by mental confusion and oppression, restlessness, nausea, and vomiting; aversion to the smell of food; dizziness and heaviness in the head and eyes; pain and discomfort in the limbs and joints; a tendency to lie down frequently and rise infrequently; aversion to cold accompanied by sweating; and extreme fatigue with weight loss.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose. Add 3 slices of fresh ginger to 1 zhan of water, decoct until reduced to 7 fen, strain, and take after meals.

Qianhu-Xixin Powder,From *Ji Feng*, Volume 16.,For pregnancy-related disorders characterized by mental confusion and oppression, restlessness, nausea, and vomiting; aversion to the smell of food; dizziness and heaviness in the head and eyes; pain and discomfort in the limbs and joints; a tendency to lie down frequently and rise infrequently; aversion to cold accompanied by sweating; and extreme fatigue with weight loss.

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