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Wuyao and Pinellia Decoction

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Wuyao and Pinellia Decoction,For qi stagnation with hiccups.

Formulas Name : Wuyao and Pinellia Decoction

Chinese Name : 乌药半夏汤

Drug Formulation

Dangshen (stem removed, stir-fried with rice) 3 qian, Pinellia (processed) 2 qian, Wuyao 2 qian, Cyperus (stir-fried with wine, pounded) 1 qian 5 fen, Poria 1 qian 5 fen, Tangerine Peel 1 qian, Amomum (pounded) 7 fen, Fried Licorice 6 fen.

Source

*Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For qi stagnation with hiccups.

Instructions for Use

Add 2 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take orally.

Wuyao and Pinellia Decoction,*Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 3.,For qi stagnation with hiccups.

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