san wu bei ji wan
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Nomenaclature

sān wù beì jí wán
三物備急丸
Three-Substance Pill for Emergencies
Other Translations

Meaning of the Name


Functions

Downward Purging

Release exterior and induce diaphoresis
Sx: sudden epigastric and abdominal pain and distention with pain so intense that it feels "as if an awl is piercing the abdomen," rough, uneven breathing, a cyanotic complexion, no bowel movements. in severe cases, there may also be loss of consciousness with the mouth tightly closed. T: a bluish-purple tongue with a white coat. P: submerged and tight.


Composition:

ba dou 30g

gan jiang 30g

da huang 30g


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Footnote:


Herbs with this formula

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