Rescue-the-Middle Decoction

Rescue-the-Middle Decoction,Sudden onset of cold and dampness, internally accompanied by turbid, latent yin and dampness; dizziness and fainting to the point of near-collapse; cramping abdominal pain; a deep, tight, and slow pulse, which may become hidden in severe cases; a desire to vomit but unable to do so; a desire to have a bowel movement but unable to do so; in severe cases, muscle spasms and impending coldness in the limbs. Commonly known as “sha” (a type of febrile illness), also known as “dry cholera.”

Formulas Name : Rescue-the-Middle Decoction

Chinese Name : 救中汤

Drug Formulation

Sichuan pepper (stir-fried until sweating): 3 qian; mild dried ginger: 4 qian; Magnolia bark: 3 qian; areca nut: 2 qian; Guangpi: 2 qian.

Source

From *Treatise on Dampness-Related Diseases*, Volume 2.

Benefits

Sudden onset of cold and dampness, internally accompanied by turbid, latent yin and dampness; dizziness and fainting to the point of near-collapse; cramping abdominal pain; a deep, tight, and slow pulse, which may become hidden in severe cases; a desire to vomit but unable to do so; a desire to have a bowel movement but unable to do so; in severe cases, muscle spasms and impending coldness in the limbs. Commonly known as “sha” (a type of febrile illness), also known as “dry cholera.”

Instructions for Use

Add 5 cups of water, boil down to 2 cups, and divide into 2 doses.

Rescue-the-Middle Decoction,From *Treatise on Dampness-Related Diseases*, Volume 2.,Sudden onset of cold and dampness, internally accompanied by turbid, latent yin and dampness; dizziness and fainting to the point of near-collapse; cramping abdominal pain; a deep, tight, and slow pulse, which may become hidden in severe cases; a desire to vomit but unable to do so; a desire to have a bowel movement but unable to do so; in severe cases, muscle spasms and impending coldness in the limbs. Commonly known as “sha” (a type of febrile illness), also known as “dry cholera.”

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