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Assist-Function Decoction

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Assist-Function Decoction,Recitation injures the qi; when the qi is injured, the lungs become deficient, the pores become deficient as well, resulting in coughing and fever.

Formulas Name : Assist-Function Decoction

Chinese Name : 助功汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Ginseng, 3 qian of Poria, 5 qian of Ophiopogon, 1 qian of Licorice, 1 qian of Platycodon, 1 qian of Pinellia, 5 fen of Scutellaria.

Source

*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.

Benefits

Recitation injures the qi; when the qi is injured, the lungs become deficient, the pores become deficient as well, resulting in coughing and fever.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Assist-Function Decoction,*Record of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.,Recitation injures the qi; when the qi is injured, the lungs become deficient, the pores become deficient as well, resulting in coughing and fever.

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