英語訳
## [Section Three: The Proper Measure of Taking Medicine, Continued]
[Continuing from the previous page:] …When the next dose of decoction arrives and collides [with the previous undigested one], vomiting and retching (*tōgyaku*, 吐逆) will invariably occur. Therefore, [before proceeding], one should inquire whether the medicine in the patient's abdomen has been dissolved and dispersed (*shōsan*, 消散). Only when it has been dispersed is it permissible to advance to the next dose (*shinpuku*, 進服).
It also states: In general, when taking a decoction, divide three *shō* (升) into three doses. However, taking into account the strength of the patient's grain energy (*kokki*, 穀気 — the digestive strength and appetite), the first dose should be the largest, the second dose should be somewhat less, and the third and final dose should be the smallest. Following this practice, the patient will remain at ease and undisturbed (*an'non*, 安穏).
It also states: In general, when taking restorative medicines (*ho-yaku*, 補薬), it is desirable to take three and a half *shō* in total — three times during the day and once at night — spacing the doses between meals. By doing so, the energy (*ki*, 気) of the decoction will pour and flow throughout the hundred vessels (*hyakumyaku*, 百脈 — all the blood vessels and channels of the body), and the medicinal efficacy (*yakuryoku*, 薬力) will be more readily absorbed. If one follows this practice, one must proceed very gradually (*yuruyaka*, 緩); one must not be hasty (*sokkyū*, 速急).
Furthermore, [after taking the medicine], one should lie on one's left and right sides, both face up (*gyōga*, 仰臥) and face down (*fukuga*, 覆臥), for a period of roughly one mealtime (*isshōkō*, 一食項) in each position. By doing so, the power of the decoction (*tōsei*, 湯勢) will spread throughout the abdomen. Additionally, walking around inside the room for approximately one hundred steps (*hyappo*, 百歩) is also appropriate. For one full day, do not go outside. By following this practice, there will be great benefit.
It also states: In general, after taking a decoction, one should abstain from alcohol for three days. This is because decoctions are incompatible with alcohol (*imu*, 忌む).
It also states: In general, when taking a decoction for treating wind ailments (*ji-fū*, 治風) and similar conditions, cover oneself thickly (*atsuku ōote*) and induce perspiration. If perspiration is obtained, immediately reduce the covering to a thinner layer and take care not to sweat excessively. During this period, one must also be sure to take food in between. If one fails to do so, the person will be left without strength, and their vacuity and emaciation (*kyo-rui*, 虚羸) will be further increased.
It also states: In general, the porridge and food (*shukushoku*, 粥食) and vegetable side dishes (*kansai*, 完菜) consumed while taking a medicinal decoction must all be very thoroughly cooked and well done. When they are so, they will be easy to digest and will accord well with the medicine (*ai-gi*, 相宜). If they are raw or undercooked, they will be difficult to digest and will, moreover, damage the efficacy of the medicine. Therefore, one should eat only a small amount of side dishes, and let the medicine take precedence. Also, taking a little salt and vinegar (*su*, 酢) is good. Furthermore, one must not exert great mental effort or physical force (*shinryoku*, 心力), nor engage in sexual relations (*bōshitsu*, 房室), nor give way to elation or anger (*ki-do*, 喜怒).
It also states: In general, when taking a purgative decoction (*sha-tō*, 瀉湯) or various pills, powders, medicinal wines (*gan-san-shu*, 丸散酒), and similar preparations, when mealtime arrives, one must…
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