Xiao Huoxiang San

Xiao Huoxiang San,Cholera. A sense of oppression and confusion beneath the heart, unceasing vomiting, and restlessness whether lying down or sitting up. Restlessness in the hands and feet, inability to retain fluids, a rapid and forceful pulse, and a preference for cold due to heat.

Formulas Name : Xiao Huoxiang San

Chinese Name : 小藿香散

Drug Formulation

Clove, loquat leaf (hairs removed), dried kudzu root, red poria, patchouli leaf, and licorice—each in equal parts.

Source

From *Quansheng Zhimi Fang*, Volume 4.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Cholera. A sense of oppression and confusion beneath the heart, unceasing vomiting, and restlessness whether lying down or sitting up. Restlessness in the hands and feet, inability to retain fluids, a rapid and forceful pulse, and a preference for cold due to heat.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add 1 zhan of water and 3 slices of fresh ginger; decoct together until reduced to 1 zhan; strain and take while warm.

Xiao Huoxiang San,From *Quansheng Zhimi Fang*, Volume 4.,Cholera. A sense of oppression and confusion beneath the heart, unceasing vomiting, and restlessness whether lying down or sitting up. Restlessness in the hands and feet, inability to retain fluids, a rapid and forceful pulse, and a preference for cold due to heat.

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