Fifteen-Ingredient Plantain Seed Pills，From *Formulas of Xu Renze*, cited in Volume 9 of *Wai Tai*.，Cough caused by fluid retention that persists for a long time, gradually developing into edema; its symptoms are not limited to any particular season. The cough continues unceasingly day and night; exposure to any cough-inducing substances causes severe distress. In severe cases, the eyes may protrude, breathing may become so labored as to seem on the verge of stopping, sweating occurs, and urination and defecation are impaired. The patient expels phlegm, fluid, saliva, and nasal discharge without end; breath rises, causing rapid, labored breathing with shoulder-breathing; and every morning, the eyes are swollen, preventing the patient from lying flat.
Fifteen-Ingredient Plantain Seed Pills
Formulas Name : Fifteen-Ingredient Plantain Seed Pills
Chinese Name : 葶苈子十五味丸
Drug Formulation
6 he of Tingli Seeds (roasted), 5 liang of Asarum,Schisandra berries 5 liang, Dried ginger 4 liang, Angelica root 4 liang, Cinnamon bark 3 liang, Ginseng 3 liang, Cloves 3 liang, Rhubarb 3 liang, Phytolacca root 3 liang, Tangerine peel 4 liang, White mulberry bark 6 liang, Soapberry pulp 2 liang (roasted), Areca nuts 20 pieces, Ephedra 2 liang (knots removed).
Source
From *Formulas of Xu Renze*, cited in Volume 9 of *Wai Tai*.
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder, mix with refined honey, and form into pills the size of a paulownia seed.
Benefits
Cough caused by fluid retention that persists for a long time, gradually developing into edema; its symptoms are not limited to any particular season. The cough continues unceasingly day and night; exposure to any cough-inducing substances causes severe distress. In severe cases, the eyes may protrude, breathing may become so labored as to seem on the verge of stopping, sweating occurs, and urination and defecation are impaired. The patient expels phlegm, fluid, saliva, and nasal discharge without end; breath rises, causing rapid, labored breathing with shoulder-breathing; and every morning, the eyes are swollen, preventing the patient from lying flat.
Instructions for Use
Initially, take 10 pills; gradually increase to 15 pills. Boil with mulberry bark and take with the decoction twice daily. If bowel movements are loose, reduce the dose; if constipated, increase it, adjusting until stools are smooth and well-formed. Occasional consumption of soft-boiled duck eggs is also beneficial.
Note
Avoid raw scallions and raw vegetables.
Fifteen-Ingredient Plantain Seed Pills,Cough caused by fluid retention that persists for a long time, gradually developing into edema; its symptoms are not limited to any particular season. The cough continues unceasingly day and night; exposure to any cough-inducing substances causes severe distress. In severe cases, the eyes may protrude, breathing may become so labored as to seem on the verge of stopping, sweating occurs, and urination and defecation are impaired. The patient expels phlegm, fluid, saliva, and nasal discharge without end; breath rises, causing rapid, labored breathing with shoulder-breathing; and every morning, the eyes are swollen, preventing the patient from lying flat.