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Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang橘皮竹茹湯

Tangerine Peel and Bamboo Shavings Decoction

Also known asCitrus and Bamboo Shavings Decoction · Citrus and Bamboo Combination · Decoction of Citrus Peel and Bamboo Shavings · Aurantium and Bambusae Combination · Aurantium and Bamboo Combination

Medicinals
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Composition

  • Chen PiPer. Citri Reticulatae9–12 g

    Regulates Qi, adjusts the Middle, relieves the diaphragm, dries Dampness, transforms Phlegm and descends *Qi.*

    for vomiting and hiccups due to Disharmony of the Stomach Qi.
  • (Zhi Ke)(Fr. Aurantii)(4-12g)

    (Promotes the movement of Qi, reduces distention and pressure and resolves hardenings. Used instead of Chen Pi in some versions.)

  • Zhu RuCaulis Bambusae in Taeniam9–12 g

    Clears Heat, transforms Hot Phlegm and stops vomiting.

    • Chen Pi, Ren Shen
    Sheng Jiang,* for vomiting or hiccup due to Stomach Deficiency Heat.
  • Ren ShenRx. Ginseng3–9 g

    Tonifies Spleen, Stomach and Lung *Qi*.

  • Sheng JiangRz. Zingiberis Recens6–20 g

    Warms the Middle, stops vomiting, warms the Lungs and stops cough.

    alleviates epigastric pain, nausea, and vomiting by strengthening the Spleen.
    for vomiting due to Heat in patients with Stomach Qi Deficiency.
    • Chen Pi
    for Cold-Dampness Obstructing the Middle with nausea and hiccup.
  • Gan CaoRx. Glycyrrhizae3–15 g

    Tonifies the Spleen, augments *Qi, moderates spasms and alleviates pain.*

  • Da ZaoFr. Jujube10–30 g

    Tonifies the Spleen and Stomach and augments *Qi*.

Actions

  • Brings down Rebellious Qi
  • Halts hiccupping
  • Boosts Qi
  • Removes Heat
  • Fortifies the Spleen
  • Arrests vomiting

Patterns treated

Hiccupping caused by Stomach Heat combined with Stomach Qi Deficiency

Manifestations

  • Hiccupping
  • A queasy stomach
  • Non-productive heaving
  • Spasmodic retching motions
  • Throwing up
Tongue body
Pale, or red with a delicate texture, or red and parched
Pulse
Weak and quick, or thready and quick

Indications

  • Hiccups
  • Nausea of pregnancy
  • Partial blockage of the pylorus
  • Hiccupping following surgery
  • A combination of nausea and vomiting
  • Esophagitis with erosions
  • Dizziness with a spinning sensation
  • Cancer of the stomach
  • Gallbladder inflammation accompanied by vomiting
  • Vomiting due to weakness after a long illness
  • Long-standing gastritis
  • Nausea and vomiting brought on by chemotherapy
  • Nausea and vomiting of neurological origin
  • Ulceration of the duodenum
  • Vomiting associated with AIDS/HIV

Modifications

Cautions

  • Should not be used in cases of Excess-type Heat.
  • Should not be given when Deficiency Cold is present.