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Gan Cao Gan Jiang Tang甘草干姜汤

Licorice and Dry Ginger Decoction

Medicinals
2

Composition

  • Zhi Gan CaoRx. Glycyrrhizae Preparata12 g

    Tonifies the Spleen, augments *Qi, moistens the Lungs, resolves Phlegm and stops coughing*.

  • Gan JiangRz. Zingiberis6 g

    Warms the Middle, expels Cold, warms the Lungs, transforms thin mucus, warms the channels and stops bleeding.

    • Zhi Gan Cao
    for epigastric pain and vomiting due to Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold.

Actions

  • Brings warmth to the Lungs
  • Bolsters the Stomach

Patterns treated

  • Lung atrophy arising from Deficiency Cold
  • Abdominal pain caused by Deficiency of the Spleen and Stomach
  • Bleeding stemming from Deficiency of Spleen Yang
  • Fevers of external origin combined with Internal Cold

Manifestations

  • Cold hands and feet
  • Feels no need to drink
  • A parched sensation in the throat
  • Overproduction of saliva accompanied by expectorating clear Fluid
  • Free of any cough
  • Sweating without exertion
  • An insipid taste in the mouth
  • Breath that feels cold
  • Passing clear urine frequently
  • A short-tempered, agitated state
  • Lightheadedness
  • Urinating on a frequent basis
  • Chilled arms and legs
  • Paleness of the face
  • Abdominal pain that eases with the application of warmth and pressure, and worsens on exposure to Cold
Tongue body
A tongue that appears pale and carries moisture
Coating
No coating present
Pulse
Frail, or alternatively Deep and slow, or else Wiry and tight

Indications

  • Bedwetting
  • Overproduction of drool
  • Nasal allergy inflammation
  • Seasonal pollen allergy
  • Repeated nosebleeds
  • Prolapse of the stomach
  • Repeated abnormal uterine bleeding between periods
  • Peptic ulceration
  • Long-standing stomach lining inflammation
  • Emphysematous lung disease
  • Tuberculosis of the lungs
  • Inability to control urination

Modifications