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Zhengwan Powder,Deficiency-induced fullness in the middle jiao, stabbing pain in both flanks, swelling of the face, eyes, hands, and feet, and dry, hard stools; also treats beriberi.

Formulas Name : Zhengwan Powder

Chinese Name : 正脘散

Drug Formulation

Atractylodes macrocephala 7 qian and a half, Chuanxiong 7 qian and a half, Wood Fragrance 7 qian and a half, Areca nut 7 qian and a half, Licorice 7 qian and a half, Areca peel 1 liang, Perilla 1 liang, Wood Apple 1 liang, Dried Tangerine Peel 1 liang, Agarwood 1 liang, Du Huo 1 liang.

Source

From *Ji Yin Gang Mu*, Volume 7.

Benefits

Deficiency-induced fullness in the middle jiao, stabbing pain in both flanks, swelling of the face, eyes, hands, and feet, and dry, hard stools; also treats beriberi.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Take 3 qian per dose; decoct in water and take after meals.

Zhengwan Powder，From *Ji Yin Gang Mu*, Volume 7.，Deficiency-induced fullness in the middle jiao, stabbing pain in both flanks, swelling of the face, eyes, hands, and feet, and dry, hard stools; also treats beriberi.

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