桂枝生姜枳實湯
The Prescription of 桂枝生姜枳實湯
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 桂枝生姜枳實湯
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.