Daoyuan Decoction

Daoyuan Decoction,For laryngeal obstruction with swelling and pain so severe that speech is impossible.

Formulas Name : Daoyuan Decoction

Chinese Name : 导源煎

Drug Formulation

1.5 qian of Codonopsis, 1.5 qian of Atractylodes, 2 qian of Platycodon, 0.7 qian of Saposhnikovia, 0.5 qian of Schizonepeta, 0.5 qian of Mentha, 0.5 qian of Dried Ginger (roasted; or add 0.5 qian of honey-processed Aconite).

Source

From *The Purple Treasure Collection of Laryngology*, Volume 1.

Benefits

For laryngeal obstruction with swelling and pain so severe that speech is impossible.

Instructions for Use

Add 2 zhong of water; decoct until reduced to 7 fen; allow to cool, then drink, swallowing slowly.

Daoyuan Decoction,From *The Purple Treasure Collection of Laryngology*, Volume 1.,For laryngeal obstruction with swelling and pain so severe that speech is impossible.

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