Major construct the middle decoction

Functions: warms & tonifies mid Jiao deficiency, redirects rebel Qi, relieves pain

Formula (classic dosages)

• add to the strained decoction)

Indications: SP yang deficiency with cold stagnation causing severe abdominal cramping pain that does not tolerate touch, epigastrium also feels cold, may be severe vomiting (can’t keep food down), borborygmus. T: white slippery coat; P: thin tight, or slow wiry.  

This is deficient Cold and interior Yin Cold pathogen.  It is said to eat congee after taking this formula to nourish the Spleen.

Reference:

• Jin gui yao lue