Asparagus Root Lung-Clearing Decoction

Asparagus Root Lung-Clearing Decoction,Weakness of the spleen and stomach, shortness of breath and weak breathing, lack of vitality, epistaxis, and hematemesis. Qi deficiency due to overwork, and cough caused by excessive internal heat.

Formulas Name : Asparagus Root Lung-Clearing Decoction

Chinese Name : 门冬清肺饮

Drug Formulation

1 qian 5 fen of Aster tataricus root, 1 qian of Astragalus, 1 qian of White Peony Root, 1 qian of Licorice, 5 fen of Ginseng (root and stem removed), 5 fen of Ophiopogon, 3 fen of Angelica sinensis root, and 3 Schisandra berries.

Source

From *Discrimination of Internal and External Injuries*, Middle Volume.

Benefits

Weakness of the spleen and stomach, shortness of breath and weak breathing, lack of vitality, epistaxis, and hematemesis. Qi deficiency due to overwork, and cough caused by excessive internal heat.

Instructions for Use

Divide into 2 doses. For each dose, use 2 zhan of water; decoct until reduced to 1 zhan, strain out the residue, and take warm after meals.

Asparagus Root Lung-Clearing Decoction,From *Discrimination of Internal and External Injuries*, Middle Volume.,Weakness of the spleen and stomach, shortness of breath and weak breathing, lack of vitality, epistaxis, and hematemesis. Qi deficiency due to overwork, and cough caused by excessive internal heat.

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