自生饮

自生饮 is also named The Prescription of Zisheng Yin, 自生飲

Source

The book Gu Jin Yi Jian

Ingredients

Explanation

Dang Gui: Tonifying blood and regulating menstruation.

Chuan Xiong and Bai Zhi: Dispersing wind-cold pathogens, relieving arthralgia due to pathogenic dampness, promoting the flow of Qi and blood.

Yi Mu Cao: Activating blood and regulating menstruation, promoting diuresis and dissolving edema, clearing heat and removing toxicity.

Huo Ma Ren: Moistening intestines for relaxing bowels.

Zhi Qiao: Promoting the flow of qi, soothing chest and middle energizer, relieving distention.

Effect

Promote the flow of qi, activate blood and alleviate pain.

Indications

Difficult labour.

Administration

Decoct in water for oral dose to be taken on empty stomach.