Three-Qi Decoction，*The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.，For deficiency of blood and qi, with the three pathogenic factors—wind, cold, and dampness—invading the body through a state of vulnerability, resulting in extreme pain and stiffness in the tendons, bones, and joints, as well as “crane-knee” pain following dysentery.
Three-Qi Decoction
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Formulas Name : Three-Qi Decoction
Chinese Name : 三气饮
Drug Formulation
Dang Gui 2 qian, Goji Berries 2 qian, Du Zhong 2 qian, Prepared Rehmannia 3 qian or 5 qian, Achyranthes Root 1 qian, Poria 1 qian, Peony Root (wine-fried) 1 qian, Cinnamon Bark 1 qian, Northern Asarum (or substitute with Du Huo) 1 qian, Angelica Dahurica 1 qian, Fried Licorice Root 1 qian, Aconite Root (as appropriate) 1–2 qian.
Source
*The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.
Benefits
For deficiency of blood and qi, with the three pathogenic factors—wind, cold, and dampness—invading the body through a state of vulnerability, resulting in extreme pain and stiffness in the tendons, bones, and joints, as well as “crane-knee” pain following dysentery.
Instructions for Use
Decoct in 2 zhong of water with 3 slices of fresh ginger, then take the decoction. This mixture may also be used to make a medicinal wine: for approximately 1 jin of each herb, use 6–7 sheng of distilled liquor; steep for over ten days, then consume gradually.
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Three-Qi Decoction,For deficiency of blood and qi, with the three pathogenic factors—wind, cold, and dampness—invading the body through a state of vulnerability, resulting in extreme pain and stiffness in the tendons, bones, and joints, as well as “crane-knee” pain following dysentery.