Trichosanthes and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

Trichosanthes and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,In a Taiyang syndrome where all symptoms are present, the body is stiff and rigid, and the pulse is unexpectedly deep and slow; this is spasm.

Formulas Name : Trichosanthes and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

Chinese Name : 栝楼桂枝汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Trichosanthes root, 3 liang of Cinnamon Twig, 3 liang of Peony Root, 2 liang of Licorice, 3 liang of Fresh Ginger, and 12 jujubes.

Source

From *The Golden Chamber* (Volume 1).

Benefits

In a Taiyang syndrome where all symptoms are present, the body is stiff and rigid, and the pulse is unexpectedly deep and slow; this is spasm.

Instructions for Use

Boil in 9 sheng of water until reduced to 3 sheng; divide into 3 warm doses to induce a slight sweat. If no sweat appears, after a short while, sip hot congee to induce sweating.

Trichosanthes and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,From *The Golden Chamber* (Volume 1).,In a Taiyang syndrome where all symptoms are present, the body is stiff and rigid, and the pulse is unexpectedly deep and slow; this is spasm.

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