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Mu Xiang Bing Lang Wan (木香檳榔丸) strongly moves the qi, reduces food and damp accumulation and drains heat downward; for severe food and qi stagnation with damp-heat.
English Name
Costus and Areca Pill
Classical Source
Dan Xi Xin Fa, 1481
Ingredients
Actions & Functions
- Promotes the movement of qi and reduces accumulation
- Drains heat and damp-heat downward
Indications
Severe food and qi stagnation with damp-heat: marked epigastric and abdominal distension and pain, constipation, or dysenteric diarrhoea with tenesmus.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: greasy yellow coat. Pulse: deep, full and forceful.
Modifications
A strong-moving formula; use briefly.
Cautions & Contraindications
Strongly draining; contraindicated in pregnancy and in deficiency.
