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Stomach-Activating Powder,Chest and diaphragm distension and fullness, intermittent stomach pain, vomiting with a sensation of fullness, loss of appetite, and constipation.

Formulas Name : Stomach-Activating Powder

Chinese Name : 活胃散

Drug Formulation

Wulingzhi (stir-fried with vinegar) 2 qian, white pepper 4 fen, saffron 1 qian, clove 4 fen, Guangmuxiang 4 fen, Zhike (stir-fried with wheat bran) 2 qian, realgar powder 4 fen, purified croton seed powder 4 fen.

Source

*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicinal Preparations* (Tianjin and Lanzhou Formulas).

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder; each packet weighs 2 fen, and each bag contains 6 packets.

Benefits

Chest and diaphragm distension and fullness, intermittent stomach pain, vomiting with a sensation of fullness, loss of appetite, and constipation.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 packet at a time; lick the powder onto the tongue and swallow it. It is best to wait 1 hour after taking the medicine before drinking water. Take twice daily.

Note

Contraindicated for pregnant women.

Stomach-Activating Powder,*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicinal Preparations* (Tianjin and Lanzhou Formulas).,Chest and diaphragm distension and fullness, intermittent stomach pain, vomiting with a sensation of fullness, loss of appetite, and constipation.

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