Platycodon and Apricot Kernel Decoction

Platycodon and Apricot Kernel Decoction,For coughing up pus, sputum mixed with blood, or dull pain in the chest and diaphragm, indicating an impending lung abscess.

Formulas Name : Platycodon and Apricot Kernel Decoction

Chinese Name : 桔梗杏仁煎

Drug Formulation

Platycodon root 1 qian, Apricot kernel 1 qian, Licorice 1 qian, Donkey-hide gelatin 2 qian, Honeysuckle 2 qian, Ophiopogon 2 qian, Lily bulb 2 qian, Prunella 2 qian, Forsythia 2 qian, Fritillaria 3 qian, Trifoliate orange peel 1.5 qian, Red vine 3 qian.

Source

From *The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.

Benefits

For coughing up pus, sputum mixed with blood, or dull pain in the chest and diaphragm, indicating an impending lung abscess.

Instructions for Use

Decoct 2 zhong of water until reduced to 8 fen; take after meals.

Platycodon and Apricot Kernel Decoction,From *The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.,For coughing up pus, sputum mixed with blood, or dull pain in the chest and diaphragm, indicating an impending lung abscess.

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