Five-Equal Decoction

Five-Equal Decoction,For external invasion by wind-cold, manifested as nasal congestion, a heavy voice, difficulty speaking, coughing, shortness of breath, chest fullness, and sore throat.

Formulas Name : Five-Equal Decoction

Chinese Name : 五均汤

Drug Formulation

Ephedra (roots and nodes removed; decocted first and foam skimmed off) 7 fen, Schizonepeta 1 qian, Platycodon 1 qian 5 fen, Apricot Kernel (with stem) 2 qian, Licorice (unroasted) 6 fen.

Source

From *Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 1.

Benefits

For external invasion by wind-cold, manifested as nasal congestion, a heavy voice, difficulty speaking, coughing, shortness of breath, chest fullness, and sore throat.

Instructions for Use

Add 3 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take the decoction.

Five-Equal Decoction,From *Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 1.,For external invasion by wind-cold, manifested as nasal congestion, a heavy voice, difficulty speaking, coughing, shortness of breath, chest fullness, and sore throat.

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