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Ding Xiang San丁香散

Clove Powder

Also known asPowder of Flos Caryophylli

Medicinals
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Composition

  • Ding XiangFlos Caryophylli1–6 g

    Warms the Middle Jiao, relieves pain, descends *Qi, warms the Kidneys and assists Yang.***

    stops hiccup and reduces vomiting due to Stomach Cold.
  • Shi DiCalyx Kaki3–12 g

    Descends Qi and stops hiccups.

  • Gao Liang JiangRz. Alpiniae Officinarum1.5–10 g

    Warms the Middle Jiao and alleviates pain.

  • Gan CaoRx. Glycyrrhizae3–6 g

    Tonifies the Spleen, augments *Qi and moderates and harmonizes the harsh properties of other herbs.*

Actions

  • Brings warmth to the Stomach
  • Gives relief from Cold

Patterns treated

Cold affecting the Stomach

Manifestations

  • There is discomfort in the Stomach
  • Hiccups come slowly yet forcefully
  • Improves when warmth is applied
  • Aggravated by Cold
Tongue body
Unremarkable in appearance
Coating
Thin in thickness and white in color
Pulse
Deep in position and slow in rate

Indications

Hiccupping

Modifications