Gypsum and Apricot Kernel Decoction

Gypsum and Apricot Kernel Decoction,Warm diseases of the lung fu organ; yin-yang toxic qi. If the fu organ is deficient, it is injured by yin pathogens, manifesting as alternating chills and fever, which damage lung qi, leading to sudden coughing and vomiting.

Formulas Name : Gypsum and Apricot Kernel Decoction

Chinese Name : 石膏杏仁汤

Drug Formulation

Gypsum 4 liang, Apricot Kernels 2 liang, Xianhu 2 liang, Licorice 1 liang, Gardenia Seeds 1.5 liang, Ephedra 1.5 liang, Aster 1.5 liang, Cinnamon Twig 1.5 liang, Isatis Root 1.5 liang, Scrophularia Root 1.5 liang, Pueraria Root 1.5 liang.

Source

*Treatise on General Diseases of Cold Damage*, Volume 5.

Benefits

Warm diseases of the lung fu organ; yin-yang toxic qi. If the fu organ is deficient, it is injured by yin pathogens, manifesting as alternating chills and fever, which damage lung qi, leading to sudden coughing and vomiting.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Add 9 sheng of water and decoct until reduced to 4 sheng. Drink 1 zhan while warm each time, 3–4 times daily.

Gypsum and Apricot Kernel Decoction,*Treatise on General Diseases of Cold Damage*, Volume 5.,Warm diseases of the lung fu organ; yin-yang toxic qi. If the fu organ is deficient, it is injured by yin pathogens, manifesting as alternating chills and fever, which damage lung qi, leading to sudden coughing and vomiting.

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