Yam Decoction，*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 41.，Decoct until reduced. Indicated for conditions caused by excessive physical exertion and mental strain, leading to an overabundance of yang qi and a failure of liver essence to maintain its proper function, manifesting as irritability, shortness of breath, and dizziness or blurred vision.
Yam Decoction
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Formulas Name : Yam Decoction
Chinese Name : 山芋汤
Drug Formulation
1 liang of Chinese yam, 1 liang of raw dried rehmannia root (roasted), 1 liang of Fangfeng (de-branched and chopped), 1 liang of Poria (wood removed),Cornus fruit (roasted) 1 liang, Cinnamon bark (with coarse bark removed) 1 liang, Aconite root (roasted until cracked, with skin and pith removed) 1 liang, Polygala root (with core removed) 1 liang, Asarum root (with stems and leaves removed) 1 liang, Trifoliate orange fruit (roasted with wheat bran, with pulp removed) 1 liang, Chrysanthemum flowers 1 liang, Licorice root (roasted, coarsely chopped) 3 fen.
Source
*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 41.
Processing
Finely chop the above herbs into pieces the size of sesame seeds.
Benefits
Decoct until reduced. Indicated for conditions caused by excessive physical exertion and mental strain, leading to an overabundance of yang qi and a failure of liver essence to maintain its proper function, manifesting as irritability, shortness of breath, and dizziness or blurred vision.
Instructions for Use
Take 3 qian per dose, add 1 zhan of water and 3 slices of fresh ginger, decoct until reduced to 7 fen, strain, and take warm on an empty stomach before meals.
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Yam Decoction,Decoct until reduced. Indicated for conditions caused by excessive physical exertion and mental strain, leading to an overabundance of yang qi and a failure of liver essence to maintain its proper function, manifesting as irritability, shortness of breath, and dizziness or blurred vision.