Zhishi Erchen Decoction

Zhishi Erchen Decoction,For external invasion by wind-cold, impure middle qi, and fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm.

Formulas Name : Zhishi Erchen Decoction

Chinese Name : 枳实二陈汤

Drug Formulation

Zhi Shi 1 qian 5 fen, Chen Pi 1 qian 5 fen, Fu Ling 1 qian 5 fen, Ban Xia 2 qian, Gan Cao 5 fen.

Source

From *The Comprehensive Compendium of Medical Principles*, Volume 1.

Benefits

For external invasion by wind-cold, impure middle qi, and fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm.

Instructions for Use

Add 3 slices of fresh ginger; decoct in water and take orally.

Zhishi Erchen Decoction,From *The Comprehensive Compendium of Medical Principles*, Volume 1.,For external invasion by wind-cold, impure middle qi, and fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm.

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