Classical Formula Glossary

Hou Po Wen Zhong Tang (Magnolia Bark Decoction for Warming the Middle) 厚朴温中湯

Formula Type	Formulas that Regulate Qi
Diagnosis	Constrained qi andphlegm-dampness
Action	Promotes the movement of qi, eliminates fullness,dries dampness, and warms the middle burner
Indication	A feeling of something caught in the throat, a stifling sensation in the chest and hypochondriaT: moist or greasy, white ct P: wiry slow OR wiry slippery
Remarks	This condition is known asplum-pit qi. In severe cases, there will also be coughing or vomiting.
Ingredients	Hou Po (Jiang) (15 g) Cao Dou Kou (9 g) Chen Pi (tested) (15 g) Mu Xiang (tested) (9 g) Gan Jiang (Organic) (6 g) Fu Ling (Organic) (12 g) Gan Cao (Zhi) (9 g) Sheng Jiang (Organic) (3 g)

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