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Zhi Zi Ren (Gardenia Seed) and Dou Chi (Fermented Soybean, used in double dose), or add a small amount of Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger).
If the exterior syndrome has not resolved, and the physician prematurely employs purgation, the Yang pathogen enters the interior due to deficiency, becoming fixed and unable to disperse, resulting in vexation-heat and mental restlessness (Ao Nao). If Xian Xiong Tang (Chest-Sinking Decoction) is subsequently administered, it further depletes the already deficient righteous Qi, leading to an incurable condition. Zhi Zi and Dou Chi calm empty vexation and guest heat; after administration, inducing vomiting expels the exterior pathogen that was mistakenly driven inward. This method eliminates the pathogen while preserving the righteous Qi, representing the superior strategy. The addition of Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger) is intended to protect the Stomach Qi damaged by the erroneous purgation. If no purgation has been taken, and symptoms include vexation, stuffiness, excessive phlegm, and headache, a powder made of Chi Xiao Dou (Red Bean) and Ku Gua Di (Bitter Melon Pedicel) should be used as the primary treatment. Bitter flavors induce vomiting and drainage; Ku Gua Di is bitter. Dryness can eliminate dampness; Chi Xiao Dou is drying. Since the disease has not undergone purgation, although the Yuan Qi (Primal Qi) is weak, it is not yet damaged. Headache with phlegm resembles an excess syndrome; thus, using these two agents acting on the upper body to purge via vomiting is indeed swift and effective. Today, people only know sweating and purging, but completely neglect the vomiting method. Why? Dan Xi (Zhu Zhenheng) stated: "Vomiting contains the principle of dispersion." Dai Ren (Zhang Congzheng) also said that the vomiting method combines sweating. Although I, Jing (Huang Tingjing), am not intelligent, I propose to practice these words.

Burnt salt mixed with warm Tong Bian (Child's Urine) originally treats Huo Luan (Cholera-like disorder) with intestinal twisting pain. I use it to treat Shang Shi (Food Retention) causing eyelid swelling and pain radiating to the chest and diaphragm. Drinking it three times induces vomiting three times, which is also effective. This is called applying dead formulas flexibly, with many successes.

(Another formula: Use appropriate amounts of Bi Ma Zi (Castor Seed), Sheng Da Huang (Raw Rhubarb), and Sheng Zhu Gao (Raw Pork Fat), pound into a paste, shape into a long strip, and insert into the anus. The effect is even more rapid.)
Mi Feng (Honey), two he, boiled until extremely thick, shaped like a finger, dipped in a small amount of Zao Jiao Mo (Gleditsia Sinensis Powder), and inserted into the anal opening while hot. The patient should hold their buttocks tightly with their hands to prevent expulsion. After a moment, defecation should occur. One pig gallbladder, mixed with a little Cu (Vinegar), deeply infused into the large intestine using a bamboo tube, is also excellent.
Yang Ming syndrome with spontaneous sweating, free urination, and constipation is treated with Mi Dan Dao (Honey-Gallbladder Suppository). This is from Zhang Zhongjing's original text. Wang Ang's annotation states: "Stomach excess with spontaneous sweating and frequent urination indicates internal depletion of fluids, not heat accumulation. Administering purgatives would further consume fluids. External suppository methods are suitable." Analysis: This formula applies only when there is inability to pass stool without other discomforts, or for emaciated individuals with dry constipation, or for chronic patients afraid to take purgatives. Honey moistens the intestines, Zao Jiao opens orifices, Pig Gallbladder clears heat with its cold nature, and Vinegar generates fluids. Attacking the pathogen directly aligns with therapeutic principles. If claiming Stomach Excess, symptoms such as fullness, distension, tidal fever, and thirst should be present. Yang Ming spontaneous sweating is definitely caused by internal heat forcing sweat out, leading to fluid loss; how can urination become frequent? Such statements and compositions contain errors. How does a master judge this?