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桂枝生姜枳实汤

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NameThe Prescription of 桂枝生姜枳实汤SourceThe book Jin Gui Yao LueIngredientsGui Zhi 9 g,Sheng Jiang 9 g,5 Zhi Shi.ExplanationZhi Shi: Inducing downward flow of Qi to disperse stagnation of Qi, relieving fullness and distention.Gui Zhi: Reinforcing Yang-Qi and promoting its circulation to dispel pathogen

Name

The Prescription of 桂枝生姜枳实汤

Source

The book Jin Gui Yao Lue

Ingredients

Gui Zhi 9 g,Sheng Jiang 9 g,5 Zhi Shi.

Explanation

Zhi Shi: Inducing downward flow of Qi to disperse stagnation of Qi, relieving fullness and distention.

Gui Zhi: Reinforcing Yang-Qi and promoting its circulation to dispel pathogenic cold, keeping upward adverse flow of Qi going downward.

Sheng Jiang: Being pungent in taste and warm in nature, dispersing accumulation of pathogens, regulating the stomach to arrest vomiting.

The Effect of 桂枝生姜枳实汤

Effect

Reinforce yang and dispel cold, induce downward flow of qi, relieve fullness and distension.

Administrations

Decoct in water for oral dose to be taken three times a day.

When to see a doctor: herbal care suits mild, everyday issues. For worsening, severe, or sudden symptoms — or if you are pregnant, on medication, or treating a child — consult a licensed practitioner first.

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