Shigu Tongzheng Powder，From *The Collection of Wonderful Formulas for Nourishing Life*, Volume 6.，Indicated for the “Ten Types of Distension” syndrome: qi-induced distension, food-induced distension, heat-induced distension, wind-induced distension, overwork-induced distension, dampness-induced distension, parasite-induced distension, blood-induced distension, and malnutrition-induced distension, characterized by swelling of the chest and abdomen, as well as swelling of the limbs.
Shigu Tongzheng Powder
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Formulas Name : Shigu Tongzheng Powder
Chinese Name : 十鼓通证散
Drug Formulation
Euphorbia, Glycyrrhiza, Ephedra, Black Plum, Fenugreek, Lepidium, Datura, Black Pharbitis, Asarum, Stephania, Areca Nut, Clam, Dried Tangerine Peel, and Mulberry Bark.
Source
From *The Collection of Wonderful Formulas for Nourishing Life*, Volume 6.
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder.
Benefits
Indicated for the “Ten Types of Distension” syndrome: qi-induced distension, food-induced distension, heat-induced distension, wind-induced distension, overwork-induced distension, dampness-induced distension, parasite-induced distension, blood-induced distension, and malnutrition-induced distension, characterized by swelling of the chest and abdomen, as well as swelling of the limbs.
Instructions for Use
Take 1 qian or 2–3 qian per dose, mixed with ginger soup and taken at the fifth watch.
Note
Avoid salt, vinegar, and soy sauce for 100 days.
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Shigu Tongzheng Powder,Indicated for the “Ten Types of Distension” syndrome: qi-induced distension, food-induced distension, heat-induced distension, wind-induced distension, overwork-induced distension, dampness-induced distension, parasite-induced distension, blood-induced distension, and malnutrition-induced distension, characterized by swelling of the chest and abdomen, as well as swelling of the limbs.