Nomenaclature
sū hé xiāng wán
蘇合香丸
Liquid Styrax Pill
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Meaning of the Name
Functions
Open the Orifices
Release exterior and induce diaphoresis
Sx: 1) sudden collapse, loss of consciousness, and clenched jaw; 2) fullness, pain, and a sensation of cold in the chest and abdomen which may signal the impending sudden loss of consciousness or coma; 3) abdominal pain and focal distention in the chest, an urge to vomit and defecate w/o doing either, which in severe cases can lead to sudden loss of consciousness or coma. all of the above are accompanied by a pale complexion, purple lips, excessive mucus and saliva, cold extremities. T: pale with a slippery, greasy coat. P: submerged and slippery.
Composition:
[[[herb:zhu sha [mercury] 60g]]]
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Herbs with this formula
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