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Scutellaria, Coptis, Tangerine Peel, Pinellia, and Zhi Shi Pills,When the qi of the liver and spleen is out of harmony, qi stagnation transforms into fire; fire stagnation generates phlegm; these three factors become congested in the chest and diaphragm without resolution, gradually leading to epigastric fullness and bloating, epigastric discomfort and belching, acid regurgitation, and diarrhea.

Formulas Name : Scutellaria, Coptis, Tangerine Peel, Pinellia, and Zhi Shi Pills

Chinese Name : 芩连橘半枳术丸

Drug Formulation

2 liang Scutellaria baicalensis, 1 liang Coptis chinensis, 2 liang Shenqu, 2 liang malt powder, 2 liang Pinellia ternata, 2 liang Citrus reticulata peel, 4 liang dried tangerine peel, 4 liang Zhi Shi, 8 liang Atractylodes macrocephala.

Source

*Formulas for Saving Lives*, Volume 2.

Processing

Shuidi Pills.

Benefits

When the qi of the liver and spleen is out of harmony, qi stagnation transforms into fire; fire stagnation generates phlegm; these three factors become congested in the chest and diaphragm without resolution, gradually leading to epigastric fullness and bloating, epigastric discomfort and belching, acid regurgitation, and diarrhea.

Instructions for Use

Take 1–2 qian per dose, washed down with ginger tea around midday.

Scutellaria, Coptis, Tangerine Peel, Pinellia, and Zhi Shi Pills,*Formulas for Saving Lives*, Volume 2.,When the qi of the liver and spleen is out of harmony, qi stagnation transforms into fire; fire stagnation generates phlegm; these three factors become congested in the chest and diaphragm without resolution, gradually leading to epigastric fullness and bloating, epigastric discomfort and belching, acid regurgitation, and diarrhea.

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