Translation

Three-Substance Pill for Emergencies

Formula Type

Warm the Yang and Guide Out Accumulation

Actions

Harshly purges cold accumulation.

Source

Jin Gui Yao Lue (Eastern Han - approximately 200 AD)

Ingredients

1. Ba Dou15g
2. Gan Jiang6g
3. Da Huang6g

Indication

For severe cold stagnation, presenting with sudden epigastric and abdominal pain and distention with extremely intense pain. Rough, uneven breathing, bluish complexion and absence of bowel movements. In severe cases there may also be syncope and mandibular tetany. Tongue is bluish-purple with white coating, pulse is submerged and tight.

PREPARATION NOTE: Grind herbs to powder and use 0.3g-1.5g taken with lukewarm water. The above dosage is NOT for decoction.

Contraindication

1. Ba Dou is extremely toxic and should be used with extreme caution - many practitioners do not use it at all. Contraindicated for weak or pregnant patients, and for abdominal pain due to heat or summerheat.