Formula
Formula
Single Herbs
| 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. |
