Decoctio CommunisCommon Decoction Tradition: Western Source / Author: Pharmacopoeia Augustana Preparation: Seethe in 1 quart of water until one-third has been consumed Function: Laxative, opens Obstructions Use: 1. useful to keep the body open, being a gentle Laxative;2. useful in Chronic Constipation or Constipation in the old or weak; 3. suitable for mild digestive irritations;4….
Powder for Cold Cough Tradition: Western Source / Author: An Hospital for the Diseased, gathered by T.C., 1579 Preparation: Powder Function: Clears Cold Phlegm, stops Cough, Frees the Lungs Use: 1. Cold-type Cough2. Chronic Cold-type Asthma3. Asthmatic Bronchitis4. Shortness of breath5. Chronic Coughs6. Chest Pain Dose: 1 dram Cautions: None noted Modifications: Back to POWDERSBack…
Electuary of Maidenhair Tradition: Western Source / Author: Zenon of Athens (Omnia Quae extant in Latinum Sermonem Conversa, 1556) * Aur is a traditional weight being that of a Gold coin. Over time, it was reduced from over 8 grams to around 6 grams. The weights may be adjusted for modern use. Preparation: Powder and…
Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan 大黄蛰虫丸Rhubarb and Eupolyphaga [Wingless Cockroach] Pill Tradition: TCM Source / Author: Essential of the Golden Cabinet, c. 220 * Rhubarb root is Stir-fried with wine** these medicines are stir-fried*** Tabanus is prepared by removing the Wings, then stir-fried**** Toxicodendron is prepared by Calcining Preparation: Prepare the ingredients, Powder, and form…
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang 血府逐瘀汤Drive out Stasis from the Chest Decoction Tradition: TCM Source / Author: Correction of Errors Among Physicians (1830) Preparation: DecoctionMay be prepared as pills or powder Function: Move the Blood and Qi, clear Stasis, ease Pain Use: Dull complexion, dark tongue or dark spots of the tongue, choppy or wiry…
Syrup for Asthma Tradition: Western Source / Author: Wirtzung Preparation: Decoct with a mild fire; strain and press. Add enough Sugar to form a syrup as thick as honey. Function: Strengthen the Lungs, clears Phlegm, stops Cough and Wheezing Use: 1. Asthma 2. Chronic Bronchitis3. Cough and Wheezing Dose: Lick as often as required; or…
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Decoction to Strengthen the Head Tradition: Western Source / Author: Wirtzung Preparation: Decoct in Wine; it may be sweetened if desired Function: Regulates Qi, benefits the Brain and Nerves Use: Used to strengthen the Head in the long-term treatment of disorders of the Brain and Nerves 1. Vertigo2. Dizziness3. Epilepsy4. Paralysis etc. Dose: small cupful…
Syrupus MarrubiumSyrup of Horehound Tradition: Western Source / Author: Pharmacopoeia Augustana Preparation: Form a Syrup according to Art Function: Clears Cold-Phlegm, stops Cough and Wheezing, strengthens the Lungs Use: 1. Cough from Cold-Phlegm2. Chronic Cough with excess Phlegm3. Hoarseness4. Wheezing with excess Phlegm5. Asthma6. Shortness of Breath7. Hemoptysis8. Consumption9. Also promotes Urine Dose: 1–2 oz….
Decoction to Warm the Head Tradition: Western Source / Author: Preparation: Prepare a standard decoction Function: Settles Wind, clears Damp and Phlegm, Calms the Nerves Use: 1. Headache2. Migraine3. Epilepsy4. Apoplexy Dose: 3 oz. Cautions: None noted Modifications: Back to DECOCTIONSBack to FORMULASHow to Modify a FormulaSubstitutesWeights & Measures
Chai Hu Qing Gan Tang 柴胡清肝汤Bupleurum Clear the Liver Decoction Tradition: TCM Source / Author: Golden Mirror of the Medical Tradition, 1742 Preparation: Decoction Function: Clears Heat and Poison from the Liver, moves the Qi Use: Headache, irritability, insomnia, dark urine, red tongue, fast pulse1. Headcahe2. Viral Hepatitis3. Herpes, Shingles4. Eczema5. Boils, Styes6. Swollen Lymph…
Confection for Cold Coughs Tradition: Western Source / Author: Wirtzung Preparation: Seethe them together in 24 ounces of Water down to half, according to Art; strain it and add 12 ounces of Sugar Penids; seethe it again until thick. Function: Clears Cold-Phlegm, stops Cough and Wheezing Use: 1. Chronic Cold-type Cough 2. Hoarseness3. Difficulty Breathing…
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