Shigu Tongzheng Powder

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.

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.

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.

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