Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang 丁香柿蒂汤
Clove and Persimmon Decoction

Tradition:

TCM

Source / Author:

Zheng Yin Mai Zhi (by Qin Jing Ming) (1706 CE)

* Codonopsis Dang Shen typically replaces Ginseng with 2–3 times the dose unless there is severe Qi deficiency.

Preparation:

Decoction

Function:

Warms the Stomach, Guides Qi Downward

Use:

1. Uncontrollable Hiccups
2. Nausea, Vomiting
3. Distention in the chest
4. Gastritis

Dose:

The above is decocted to be divided into 2 or 3 equal doses to be taken over the course of the day.
In severe cases of Hiccup, a dose can be taken every hour or 2 until relieved.

Cautions:

Not for Hiccup from Stomach Heat

Modifications:

1. With Vomiting, add Pinellia Ban Xia and Poria Fu Ling
2. Qi stagnation with Phlegm, add Pinellia Ban Xia and Citrus Chen Pi
2. If there is Heat, add Coptis Huang Lian
4. If there is stronger Cold, add Cinnamon (Rou Gui) and Evodia Wu Zhu Yu.

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