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Wu Mo Yin Zi (五磨飲子) strongly promotes the movement of qi and descends rebellious qi; for severe Liver qi constraint with a stifling chest and abdomen.
English Name
Five-Milled-Herb Decoction
Classical Source
Yi Bian, 1751
Ingredients
Actions & Functions
- Promotes the movement of qi and breaks up stagnation
- Descends rebellious qi
Indications
Severe qi constraint, often from emotional upset: a stifling, distended chest and abdomen, shortness of breath, and possibly fainting from a fit of anger.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: thin coat. Pulse: wiry.
Modifications
Stronger qi-moving than Si Mo Tang (which includes Ren Shen).
Cautions & Contraindications
For excess qi constraint; not for qi deficiency or yin deficiency.
