Ginseng 3 gm, Atractylodes macrocephala 15 gm (soil-fried), Poria 9 gm, Angelica sinensis 30 gm (washed with wine), Paeonia lactiflora 30 gm (wine-fried), Citrus aurantium 1.5 gm (stir-fried), Amomum villosum 3 grains (stir-fried, ground), Gardenia jasminoides 9 gm (stir-fried), Mentha haplocalyx 6 gm.

bubble_chart Preparation and Dosage

Decocted in water, one dose relieves the chest pain and distress, two doses stabilize the fetal suspension, and by the third dose, complete relief is achieved. Remove the gardenia and continue taking several more doses to prevent recurrence.

bubble_chart Efficacy

Relieving depression and strengthening the spleen, nourishing blood and pacifying the liver.

bubble_chart Indications

Pregnancy chest distention during pregnancy hypochondriac pain. Due to depression, leading to threatened abortion, with tightness and pain in both flanks, like a bowstring.

bubble_chart Formula Principles

In the formula, Submature Bitter Orange and Mentha regulate qi and relieve depression; Peony Root and Chinese Angelica nourish blood, regulate blood, and soothe the liver to alleviate urgency; Cape Jasmine Fruit clears the liver and drains fire; Ginseng, White Atractylodes Rhizome, and Poria tonify qi to support the spleen; Villous Amomum Fruit moves qi to regulate the middle. When used together, it is suitable for those with liver depression and spleen deficiency, and those with upward rebellion of fetal qi disease.