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Wu-Chen Qi-Descending Decoction

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Wu-Chen Qi-Descending Decoction,Deficient yang rising upward, qi failing to ascend and descend, excess above and deficiency below, with abundant phlegm and saliva; or emotional disturbances causing qi reversal, chest and diaphragm obstruction, and lung qi rising in the elderly.

Formulas Name : Wu-Chen Qi-Descending Decoction

Chinese Name : 乌沉降气汤

Drug Formulation

Perilla Seed, Wuyao, Ginseng, Guangpi, Pinellia, Agarwood, Areca Nut, and Qianhu.

Source

*Yi Ji*, Volume 8.

Benefits

Deficient yang rising upward, qi failing to ascend and descend, excess above and deficiency below, with abundant phlegm and saliva; or emotional disturbances causing qi reversal, chest and diaphragm obstruction, and lung qi rising in the elderly.

Instructions for Use

Add fresh ginger and decoct in water before taking.

Wu-Chen Qi-Descending Decoction,*Yi Ji*, Volume 8.,Deficient yang rising upward, qi failing to ascend and descend, excess above and deficiency below, with abundant phlegm and saliva; or emotional disturbances causing qi reversal, chest and diaphragm obstruction, and lung qi rising in the elderly.

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