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Xiang Sha Kuan Zhong Decoction

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Xiang Sha Kuan Zhong Decoction,For qi stagnation with chest fullness and sensation of obstruction, or stomach pain caused by cold.

Formulas Name : Xiang Sha Kuan Zhong Decoction

Chinese Name : 香砂宽中汤

Drug Formulation

Frankincense (grind with water just before taking and add 3–4 spoonfuls to the decoction) 1.5 qian, Atractylodes macrocephala 1.5 qian, Dried tangerine peel 1.5 qian, Cyperus rotundus 1.5 qian, White cardamom (shelled) 1 qian, Amomum villosum 1 qian, Green tangerine peel 1 qian, Areca nut 1 qian, Pinellia tuber (fermented) 1 qian, Poria cocos 1 qian, Magnolia officinalis (ginger-processed) 1 qian 2 fen, Licorice 3 fen.

Source

From *Medical Compendium* (Zhunsheng: Categorized Formulas), Volume 3, citing *Comprehensive Principles of Medicine*.

Benefits

For qi stagnation with chest fullness and sensation of obstruction, or stomach pain caused by cold.

Instructions for Use

Decoct the above ingredients in 2 zhong of water with 3 slices of fresh ginger until reduced to 8 fen; add 1 spoonful of honey; take before meals.

Xiang Sha Kuan Zhong Decoction,From *Medical Compendium* (Zhunsheng: Categorized Formulas), Volume 3, citing *Comprehensive Principles of Medicine*.,For qi stagnation with chest fullness and sensation of obstruction, or stomach pain caused by cold.

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