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Xiao Jian Zhong Tang 小建中汤
Minor Construct the Middle Decoction
Minor Construct the Middle Decoction
Tradition:
TCM
Source / Author:
Discussion of Cold Induced Disorders (Shang Han Lun) C.220
Herb Name
Yi Tang (Maltose)
Gui Zhi (Cinnamon twig) Bai Shao (White Peony) Zhi Gan Cao (Fried Licorice) Sheng Jiang (fresh Ginger) Da Zao (Jujube fruit) |
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Preparation:
Decoct the herbs in 4 cups of water down to 2 cups, strain, and add Maltose while warm and stir.
Function:
Warms the Stomach, Stops Pain
Use:
Dull complexion, poor appetite, pale tongue with a white coat and a thin or deficienct pulse.
1. Abdominal spasms and pain that benefit from heat applied.
2. Chronic Gastritis
3. Chronic Colitis
4. Chronic Hepatitis
5. Chronic Nephritis
6. Gastric Reflux, GERD
7. Peptic Ulcer
8. Aplastic Anemia
9. Pernicious Anemia
10. Idiopathic Fever
11. Postpartum Fever
Dose:
The above can be taken over the day. in 2 equal doses
Cautions:
1. Not used in Vomiting
2. Heat from Yin deficiency
3. Not used if there are Worms or Parasites
Modifications:
Honey can replace Maltose if it's not available.
Similar Formulas:
This is Cinnamon twig Decoction (Gui Zhi Tang) with Maltose added.
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