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Shu Jie San,Liver qi stagnation, complicated by an external pathogen; feeling oppressed and drowsy; suddenly contracting wind-cold, with fever, cough, and incessant expectoration.

Formulas Name : Shu Jie San

Chinese Name : 舒解散

Drug Formulation

White Peony Root 2 qian, Angelica Root 2 qian, Trichosanthes Root 1 qian 5 fen, Cyperus Rhizome 1 qian 5 fen, Green Tangerine Peel 5 fen, Shenqu 5 fen, Licorice Root 1 qian.

Source

*Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.

Benefits

Liver qi stagnation, complicated by an external pathogen; feeling oppressed and drowsy; suddenly contracting wind-cold, with fever, cough, and incessant expectoration.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Shu Jie San，*Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.，Liver qi stagnation, complicated by an external pathogen; feeling oppressed and drowsy; suddenly contracting wind-cold, with fever, cough, and incessant expectoration.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
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