Purple Aster Flower Decoction

Purple Aster Flower Decoction,For lung deficiency with cold, phlegm-induced cough, chest fullness, and excessive nasal discharge.

Formulas Name : Purple Aster Flower Decoction

Chinese Name : 紫菀花汤

Drug Formulation

Purple Aster (stems and soil removed) 1 liang, Schisandra berries 1 liang, Fritillaria (core removed, stir-fried) 2 fen, Asparagus root (core removed, roasted) 1 liang, Cimicifuga 1 liang.

Source

From *Pu Ji Fang*, Volume 26.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For lung deficiency with cold, phlegm-induced cough, chest fullness, and excessive nasal discharge.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add 1 zhan of water, 3 slices of ginger, and 1 jujube; decoct until reduced to 7 fen; strain and drink while warm; take at any time.

Purple Aster Flower Decoction,From *Pu Ji Fang*, Volume 26.,For lung deficiency with cold, phlegm-induced cough, chest fullness, and excessive nasal discharge.

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