Class: Release the Exterior
Subclass: Disperse Wind-Cold
Indications:
Greater Yang-stage disorders improperly treated with purgatives with injury to the Yang of the Stomach.
Possible symptoms and diseases:
Fullness of the stomach
Oppression of the chest
Preparation:
DECOCTION: 30 g/litre until 35 cl remain.
Administration/Dosage schedule:
DECOCTION: Take one cup (the patient should be bundle up to help induce sweating). If the first cup is successful, do not administer a second cup. If there is a little sweating, repeat once or twice, progressively reducing the interval between doses. If no result, pursue medication for 24 hours (1 cup/3 hours).
According to the source text, the consumption of alcohol and raw, cold, spicy, or greasy foods is prohibited during medication. Consumption of alcohol may generate vomiting.
Contraindications:
Internal Heat.
Wind-Heat.
Alcoholism.