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 Category  Xie Xia Ji
瀉下劑
 Sub Category  Zhu Shui
逐水
 Name  Zhou Che Wan
舟車丸
Vessel and Vehicle Pill
 Pharma Effect  
 Function  Promotes the movement of qi and drives out water accumulation.
 Clinic Usage  This formula is for water and heat accumulation in the interior which obstructs the qi movement. Symptoms include edema, ascites, thirst, labored breathing, a hard abdomen, constipation, and a distant but strong pulse.
 Cautions  This formula is primarily for ascites and edema. It contains some extremely toxic substances, therefore the dosage and duration of administration must be carefully regulated, and it should not be taken for an extended period.