Shi Zhi Decoction

Shi Zhi Decoction,Liver qi fails to flow smoothly; the Wood element overpowers the Spleen and Stomach, causing distension and oppression in the chest and flanks; appetite diminishes daily; the complexion appears dejected; the body gradually wastes away; and the patient experiences alternating chills and fever.

Formulas Name : Shi Zhi Decoction

Chinese Name : 适志汤

Drug Formulation

5 qian of White Peony Root (Bai Shao), 5 qian of Poria (Fu Ling), 5 fen of Licorice (Gan Cao), 5 fen of Fructus Aurantii (Zhi Ke), 5 fen of Pinellia (Ban Xia), 1 grain of Amomum (Sha Ren), 2 qian of Shenqu, 2 qian of Cyperus (Xiang Fu), 2 qian of Ginseng (Ren Shen), 1 qian of Perilla Seed (Su Zi).

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 8.

Benefits

Liver qi fails to flow smoothly; the Wood element overpowers the Spleen and Stomach, causing distension and oppression in the chest and flanks; appetite diminishes daily; the complexion appears dejected; the body gradually wastes away; and the patient experiences alternating chills and fever.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Shi Zhi Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 8.,Liver qi fails to flow smoothly; the Wood element overpowers the Spleen and Stomach, causing distension and oppression in the chest and flanks; appetite diminishes daily; the complexion appears dejected; the body gradually wastes away; and the patient experiences alternating chills and fever.

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