Prescriptions for Moistening the Intestines to cause Laxation
Zhe Sui Gongjie Tang
Name
The Prescription of Zhe Sui Gongjie Tang
Source
The book Yi Xue Zhong Zhong Can Xi Lu
Ingredients
Zhe Shi 60 gPo Xiao 15 gGan Sui 4.5 gExplanation
Zhe Shi: Check adverse rise of qi by heavy settling.
Po Xiao: Soften hardness with purgative, clear heat.
Gan Sui: Relax the bowels.
The Effect of Zhe Sui Gongjie Tang
Indications
Constipation for a few days.
Administrations
Decoct Zhe Shi and Po Xiao in water. Take the decoction with mashed Gan Sui for oral taking.
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Sources and further reading
We cite classical materia medica and modern reference works. This article is health education, not medical advice.
- Shennong Bencao Jing (The Divine Farmer's Materia Medica), Han dynasty.
- Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), Li Shizhen, 1578.
- Chinese Pharmacopoeia, current edition — identity, quality and safety monographs.
- NCCIH and WHO reference material on traditional medicine safety.
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