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Treats chronic hiccups caused by cold.
Dingxiang (Clove), Shidi (Persimmon Calyx) (each 2 qian), Renshen (Ginseng Root) (1 qian), Shengjiang (Fresh Ginger Rhizome) (5 slices).
These are herbs acting on the Foot-Yangming Stomach channel and Foot-Shaoyin Kidney channel. Dingxiang (Clove) disperses Lung Qi, warms the Stomach, and warms the Kidney; Shengjiang (Fresh Ginger Rhizome) eliminates phlegm, resolves stagnation, and dispels cold; Shidi (Persimmon Calyx), being bitter and astringent, directs Qi downward; Renshen (Ginseng Root) tonifies True Qi, allowing it to spread and circulate freely. This formula can also be used for hiccups caused by Fire, employing the method of "conforming treatment" (treating according to false symptoms).

Treats chronic weakness and emaciation with persistent vomiting and hiccups. It is also suitable for hiccups due to Stomach deficiency.
Jupi (Tangerine Peel), Zhuru (Bamboo Shavings), Renshen (Ginseng Root), Gancao (Licorice Root), Banxia (Pinellia Tuber), Maimendong (Ophiopogon Tuber), Chifuling (Red Poria), Pipaye (Loquat Leaf), decocted with Shengjiang (Fresh Ginger Rhizome) and Dazao (Jujube Fruit).
This acts on the Foot-Yangming Stomach channel. When Stomach Fire rushes upward, assisted by Liver and Gallbladder Fire, the Qi of Metal (Lung) cannot descend, resulting in vomiting. Zhuru (Bamboo Shavings), Pipaye (Loquat Leaf), and Maimendong (Ophiopogon Tuber) all clear the Lungs and harmonize the Stomach; when Lung Metal is cleared, Liver Qi becomes balanced. Erchen Tang (Two-Aged Decoction - referring here to the phlegm-resolving properties of Banxia etc.) disperses rebellious Qi; Chifuling (Red Poria) drains Heart Fire; Shengjiang (Fresh Ginger Rhizome) is the holy medicine for vomiting. Since the patient suffers from chronic weakness and emaciation, Renshen (Ginseng Root), Gancao (Licorice Root), and Dazao (Jujube Fruit) are used to support Stomach Qi. Additionally, Jupi Zhuru Tang (Tangerine Peel and Bamboo Shavings Decoction) from *Jingui Yaolue* (Essential Prescriptions of the Golden Cabinet) also treats hiccups.
Jupi (Tangerine Peel) (2 sheng), Zhuru (Bamboo Shavings) (2 sheng), Renshen (Ginseng Root) (1 liang), Gancao (Licorice Root) (5 liang), Shengjiang (Fresh Ginger Rhizome) (0.5 jin), Dazao (Jujube Fruit) (30 pieces).
Another method: For persistent hiccups, stimulate the nasal cavity with a paper wick; inducing sneezing will stop the hiccups.

Li Dongyuan said: When the throat feels blocked and Yang Qi cannot exit, it is called "Se" (Obstruction). When Yin Qi cannot descend, it is called "Ye" (Choking). Initially, this arises from emotional depression causing Qi stagnation and chest/diaphragm confusion. The sensation of "Pi Man" (fullness/stuffiness) is not a palpable mass; "Pi" is synonymous with "Pi" (stagnation/blockage in I Ching), referring to a burning stuffiness in the chest and abdomen without comfort. These are fundamentally Qi disorders. However, "Ye Se" (choking/obstruction) is the initial stage of Qi stagnation, while "Pi Men" (stuffiness) is the manifestation of long-term stagnant Qi that does not disperse. Zhu Danxi said: Pi Man (stuffiness/fullness) differs from Zhang Man (distension). Zhang Man involves internal distension with external visible swelling, whereas Pi Man involves internal feeling of stuffiness without external form. This is caused by latent Yin and accumulated Yang, with impaired Qi and Blood circulation, located at the epigastrium where one feels full and obstructed. Some cases result from improper purging leading to interior deficiency, allowing pathogenic factors to enter the Heart's territory upon deficiency. Some arise from food retention or phlegm stasis failing to circulate. Some occur due to excessive Damp-Heat, where Spleen Earth overacts upon the epigastrium. Ancient methods use bitter herbs like Huangqin (Scutellaria Root), Huanglian (Coptis Rhizome), and Zhishi (Immature Bitter Orange) to drain heat; pungent herbs like Houpo (Magnolia Bark), Banxia (Pinellia Tuber), and Shengjiang (Fresh Ginger Rhizome) to scatter stagnation; sweet-warm herbs like Renshen (Ginseng Root), Baizhu (Atractylodes Rhizome), and Gancao (Licorice Root) to tonify; and salty-light herbs like Fuling (Poria) and Zexie (Alisma Rhizome) to leach out dampness. These are essential medicines. If Pi Man results from Spleen Qi deficiency, poor transport, and undigested food, treatment should focus on tonification combined with mild digestion; once transportation function recovers, deficiency-type Pi Man will resolve. If Pi Man is complicated by blood stasis forming a "nest," herbs like Taoren (Peach Kernel), Honghua (Safflower), Xiangfu (Cyperus Rhizome), and Dahuang (Rhubarb Root) are used.

Li Dongyuan said: Pi Man belongs to Blood disorders. Excessive purging leads to the loss of Yin, specifically the Yin of Water and Grain in the Spleen and Stomach. The Heart governs Blood; if Heart Qi is deficient and pathogens sink into the Blood territory, it causes epigastric Pi Man. Treatment should regulate the Spleen and Stomach and use Blood-invigorating herbs. Using only Qi-regulating herbs will worsen the Pi Man and cause further sinking of Qi, inevitably transforming into abdominal distension and drum-like bloating. Those who fail to treat Pi Man with Qi-regulating herbs do not understand this principle.

Clear Yang exits through the upper orifices, so upper fullness is due to Qi rather than solid matter. Turbid Yin exits through the lower orifices, so lower fullness is due to matter rather than Qi. Both conditions are generally related to Heat diseases. The exception is Cold binding in the Bladder causing lower abdominal fullness, which is a Cold syndrome, distinguishable by cold extremities.