Xiangqu Powder

Xiangqu Powder,For discomfort after overeating, accompanied by a desire to lie down and abdominal distension.

Formulas Name : Xiangqu Powder

Chinese Name : 香曲散

Drug Formulation

Wheat qu.

Source

*Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 172.

Processing

Roast the qu until it emits a faint fragrance, then grind into a powder.

Benefits

For discomfort after overeating, accompanied by a desire to lie down and abdominal distension.

Instructions for Use

Take one fangcun bi per dose. Raw barley qu is best; if qu is unavailable, malted barley may be used instead.

Xiangqu Powder,*Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 172.,For discomfort after overeating, accompanied by a desire to lie down and abdominal distension.

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